Parkhurst Area Profile

Parkhurst at a glance

One of the most sought after suburbs is Parkhurst which together with Parkview, Parktown & Parkwood form the desirable residential area known as "The Parks". Parkhurst is an old suburb established in 1904 consisting of 2200 stands which were all developed by the end of the second World War.                                                                                                         

Since the 1970's most of these homes have undergone stylish revamps & renovations. The erfs are small - 495sqm but due to the suburbs popularity and supply never meeting demand, prices have been driven high.                                                                                                                         

This dense suburb with attractive tree lined streets is bordered by Craighall Park, Parktown North, Greenside & Victory Park. Its proximity to many amenities is a huge drawcard.

Parkhurst Primary is situated in 12th Street.  Short distances away are Craighall Primary, St Teresa's Convent, Greenside Primary & High School, King David Victory Park & De la Salle Holy Cross College. Greenpark Nursery School & Little House Montesori are but 2 of the PreSchools available.

Pirates Sports Club borders the south side of Parkhurst. The Club has a range of sports available, bowls, tennis, rugby, soccer, squash & has a gym.          There is also a large Virgin Active Gym available at Victory Park Shopping Centre.

The Parkhurst Recreational Centre lies between 5th & 6th Ave.  This boasts a Library & Clinic and offers many activities including Ballet, Gymnastics, Yoga & Fitness Classes.  It is situated next to Verity Park which is a favourite area for Dog Lovers to walk their dogs and also has a swimming pool.

Parkhurst is home to various places of Worship & is within 5km of Catholic Churches, Greenside East Synagogue & Emmarentia Mosque

A huge attraction in Parkhurst has to be 4th Ave.  One of the trendiest streets in Johannesburg, it is renowned for its Coffee Bars, popular Restaurants, Pubs, and an abundance of Décor & Antique Shops.  Locals & visitors are drawn here over the weekends and the crowded sidewalks have a vibrant, relaxed ambience.

Parkhurst's 6th Street too has had a revamp over the last couple to years.  Residences have made way for small businesses & Antiques, Design, Art & Décor Shops.

Parkhurst is conveniently situated in relation to Hyde Park & Rosebank Shopping Malls & Victory Park Centre.                                                                         Netcare Private Clinics - Rosebank & Milpark are easily accessible.The Rosebank Gautrain is less than 10 minutes away as are on & off ramps for the M1 North & South Highway.

Parkhurst has an effective & active Residents association - Parkhurst Residence & Business Owners Association (PRABOA).  Their aim is to foster a sense of community & to promote Village Life.  Through Membership Fees & donations they are able to manage various incentives.

1 They have teamed with Cortac Security in their "Safe Park "initiative to discourage & control crime.

2 They have launched their Parkhurst GoGreen Program to move towards a more environmentally friendly Village.

3 They maintain Verity Park to ensure it can be enjoyed by all. 

4 Together with Vumatel they have made Parkhurst the most connected suburb in South Africa with all its homes & Businesses having access to Vuma's 1Gpbt Network.  CCTV & Number PLate recognition Cameras have also been installed.

There is a Facebook Book page "I Love Parkhurst" creating a forum for information, discussion & suggestions.

All the above factors have contributed to the popularity of this suburb and made it a winner with young couples, the Trendy Set & older generation alike.