Witfield, Boksburg

Located in the north of Boksburg, Witfield is a small family-friendly neighbourhood surrounded by lush greenery and various amenities for your convenience. Buyers are flocking to the area as the homes available offer more house for your money. The area proves a wonderful suburb for families and investors alike.

A brief history of the area

Witfield forms part of Boksburg which was founded in 1887 as the administrative centre of the East Rand. Boksburg is the second oldest town on the Witwatersrand and was once an important gold mining town.

Distance from key points

Witfield residents looking to reach O.R Tambo International Airport can do so in approximately 10 minutes (7,4 km) via Jet Park Road and Johannesburg CBD is 25 minutes away (20,3 km) via Albertina Sisulu Road.  

Climate

Witfield provides long, warm summers and short, wet winters. During the warm season, you can expect high daily temperatures to reach around 24°C and 18°C during the cool season. The month that offers the most rainfall in the area is December with an average of 16.3 wet days.

Schools in the area

Knowing what schools there are within the town you're exploring is a key part of the decision-making process. Witfield has some lovely schools for you to choose from and some of the top ones include Smiley Kids, Witfield Laerskool, Wit Deep Primary School,  Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen, Boksburg High School, Destiny Christian Academy and Balmoral College.

Healthcare in the area

When you're in need of emergency medical assistance, you will be able to get the help you require at Life Roseacres Hospital.

If it's just a check-up or some medication you need to get, you can do so at East Point Medical Centre, Medicross Medical Centre or HEALth-WorX Medical & Dental Centre - Boksburg.

For your furry loved one's medical needs, you could take them to Witfield Animal Hospital.

Shopping centres

Whether it's clothing, jewellery, electronics, home decor or even just groceries on your shopping list, you'll need to know where to go. Some of the best shopping malls in the area include East Point Shopping Centre, East Rand Value Mall, East Rand Mall, Pepper Square Value Mall and East Rand Retail Park.

Restaurants

The area provides some wonderful restaurants ready to tantalize your tastebuds such as O'Tiagos Restaurant, Top Grill Roadhouse, Cuisine Afrique Restaurant Boksburg, The Central Caffé and Turn 'n Tender Steakhouse. 

Special attractions

Witfield has some lovely attractions for its residents to enjoy. Here are some of the places you may want to explore.

Wild Waters is a great place to spend the day cooling off in the pool or riding the water slides.

You could go back in time for a day and dust off those old roller skates before heading to Skate World.

The adrenaline junkies of the family will be happy to learn that Paintball City is in the area.

Make Witfield your home. Let it be your story.

With homes that offer more value for your money, great schools and some amazing amenities in the area, Witfield is definitely a top choice. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Witfield for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.