Ashley, Pinetown

Ashley is a small residential suburb situated in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. The area is family-orientated and surrounded by beautiful lush greenery. Ashley has various types of homes available that are suitable for couples, families and investors.

A brief history of the area

Ashley is part of Pinetown which began in 1850 when it was named after the governor of Natal, Sir Benjamin Pine. The suburb of Ashley is also filled with some history of its own and one of its notable schools, Ashley Primary School, celebrated its Diamond Jubilee (60 years) in 2016. The area's local cemetery, Ashley Cemetary, is a resting place for many of Pinetown's ancestors, with graves going back as far as 1897.

Distance from key points

Residents of Ashley 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

Ashley's climate 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

One of the reasons families choose to live in Ashley is the great schools on offer in the area.  Some of the top schools include Kokkewiet Pre-Primêre Skool, Honeybeez Pre-School and After Care, Stepping Stones Montessori School, Ashley Primary School, Benjamin Pine Primary School. 

The best high schools are Pinetown Boy's 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.

The Browns School, which caters for autistic and special needs children, is also situated nearby and is an absolutely brilliant school.

Healthcare in the area

When it comes to healthcare, you can have peace of mind knowing that there is a great hospital, Life The Crompton Hospital located within the area. Other nearby hospitals such as Life Westville Hospital and St Mary's Hospital are also options for you and your loved ones.

If it's just a check-up you require, you can always visit Medicross Pinetown, Africa Medical & Lifestyle Centre or Ushaka Medical Centre.

Pinelands Pets Animal 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

If it's some retail therapy you're after, you can always pop into Pine Crest Centre, Pinewalk Centre or Paradise Junction. If those shopping malls don't have what you're looking for, then you'll be happy to know The Pavilion is a short drive away.

Restaurants

As Ashley is predominantly a residential suburb, it may not have loads of restaurants within the suburb itself but there are some wonderful options nearby worth a visit such as Kwethukuhle & Zhamorano's, The Braai Guru, Potluck Restaurant and Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken.

Special attractions

When it comes to special attractions in the area, Ashley is home to a few you'll want to add to your to-do list. Here are some of the places worth a visit. 

The residents of Ashley praise the Ashley Sports Club Pub & Events as it offers a great venue for families to spend the day.

Paradise Valley Nature Reserve is a nature reserve with walking trails, picnic spots and a magnificent waterfall.

Southern Rock Climbing Centre is a great place to take the family for an adrenaline-filled day.

Make Ashley your home. Let it be your story.

Ashley 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 you to choose from, so contact one of our property practitioners today.