Pinetown

Pinetown is a larger area that is part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, inland from Durban in KwaZulu-Natal. The area is laced with greenery which provides beautiful surroundings to all its residents. Pinetown hosts various types of homes that are suitable for couples, families and investors.

A brief history of the area

Pinetown is rich in history and began in 1850 when it was named after the governor of Natal, Sir Benjamin Pine. During the Second Boer War, the British built a concentration camp in Pinetown to house Boer women and children. A number of German settlers made Pinetown their base and this accounts for the neighbourhood known as New Germany and the German Lutheran Church. To this day imported German cakes and goodies pack the shelves at Christmas time in the Knowles Spar, the largest grocery store in Pinetown.

Distance from key points

Residents of Pinetown are able to reach King Shaka International Airport via the N2 within approximately 34 minutes (47,1 km). Durban Beach is 25,1 km (24 minutes) away via the N3 and The Pavilion is a mere 13-minute drive (12,5 km).

Climate

The climate in Pinetown is generally warm with an average annual high temperature of 25.6 ºC. The area experiences an average annual low temperature of 20.3 ºC and sees roughly 110.03 mm of rain each year, with January being the wettest month.

Schools in the area

When it comes to schools in the area, residents have no problem selecting the right one for their children as there are many great schools to choose from. Some of the top primary schools in the area include John Wesley School, Pinetown Junior Primary School, Pinetown Senior Primary School and Benjamin Pine Primary School.

High schools you should consider are Pinetown Boys' High School and Pinetown Girls' High School.

Combination schools such as Gelofte Skool, Highway College and St Benedict School are excellent and all within a short distance.

Pinetown is also home to the acclaimed The Browns School which caters for autistic and special needs children.

Healthcare in the area

You won't need to worry about being in a pickle when it comes to healthcare in Pinetown as the area has its own amazing hospital known as Life The Crompton Hospital. Life Westville Hospital is also a short 13-minute drive from the Pinetown area.

Medical centres in the area include Medicross Pinetown, Africa Medical & Lifestyle Centre and the Pinetown Municipal Clinic.

St. Johns Veterinary Clinic and Manors Veterinary Clinic are wonderful veterinarians in the area that you'll be able to take your pets to when medical assistance is required.

Shopping centres

For all your shopping needs, whether it's groceries, clothing, homeware or electronics, Pinetown has a few great shopping malls you can visit such as Pine Crest Centre, Pinewalk Centre and Paradise Junction.

Restaurants

Pinetown has loads of restaurants to choose from whether you're looking for a family-style restaurant or a place for work lunch. Some of the best ones you should consider visiting include Grand Canyon Spur Steak Ranch, Mochachos Mexican Chicken Fiesta, The Curry O's and Rainbow Restaurant.

Special attractions

When deciding on a place to live in, you want to know what sort of attractions are offered in and around the area. Here are some of the best places in and near Pinetown you should consider visiting. 

Paradise Valley Nature Reserve is 100 hectares of coastal and remnant grassland with four different trails you can take. 

For the adrenaline junkies, you may want to give rock climbing a go at the Southern Rock Climbing Centre.

Giba Gorge is a mountain bike park that also offers visitors walking trails through the forest and so much more.

Make Pinetown your home. Let it be your story.

Pinetown is a great place to live as it is centrally located within the western suburbs of Durban and offers some great schools and healthcare to its residents. Whether it's a townhouse, flat or free-standing home you're after, Seeff has a wide variety of properties for sale and to let for you to choose from, so contact one of our property practitioners today.