Pretoria North Area Profile

Pretoria North at a glance

Nestled in the northern foothills of the Magaliesberg revealing marvelous scenery and a tranquil escape, Pretoria North, as the name suggests, is a suburb in the city of Pretoria. The streets are planted abundantly with mystical lavender Jacaranda trees which come to bloom during the months of October and November, changing the landscape of Pretoria North.

The area attracts a mixture of young professionals and families who are spoilt for choice with the many amenities located within or surrounding Pretoria North. Property in Pretoria North ranges from apartments, townhouses, to big spacious houses with leafy stands up into the mountainside. The average price for a 2 bedroom house in Pretoria North is R 720 000, while a 3 bedroom is R 1 250 000, 4 bedroom is R 1 960 000.

The transport industry is huge in Pretoria North. There are two automobile sales corridors in the form of Rachel De Beer street and Gerrit Maritz streets being home to over 50 car dealerships. A wide range of glassmakers, panel beaters, parts manufacturers and mechanics can also be found here.
 
A brief history of the area
In 1878, a pioneer column of Afrikaner farmers settled alongside the passing Apies River, in the north of Pretoria. The area became a popular stopping point for travellers moving through the North of Pretoria to the Northern Transvaal. 

Between 1886 and 1910 the Paul Kruger Administration laid down a railway connecting Pretoria with Polokwane. The Wonderboom station is located in Pretoria North became the main reason why the area developed into a small town of its own.

Climate
Pretoria North's hottest months fall between October and February, when maximum temperatures tend to be in the ballpark of 28°C to 30°C. Minimum temperatures in summer are generally between 16°C and 18°C. Winter cools down to an average minimum of 5°C, reaching a maximum of approximately 19°C. The suburb gets most of its rainfall in summer, with January being the wettest month. 

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
O.R Tambo International Airport is 64-km away from the centre of Pretoria North. This journey will take a 55-minute drive via the R21 with an average driving speed of 80km/h.

Schools in the area
1904 the Pretoria-North Parallel Medium school was established and was the first state school in the area in Pretoria. Now called Laerskool Danie Malan, it is a sought-after facility rich in history and tradition. It has been an anchor of the Pretoria North Community for over 115 years. 

Other Schools in the Pretoria North precinct include; Pretoria North High School, West Park Primary, Laerskool Rachel de Beer, Laerskool Voortrekker Eeufees, High Schools Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz, and Hoërskool Pretoria-Noord. Most schools in the area are of Afrikaans medium.

Medical facilities
Pretoria North Surgical Centre, Pretoria North Medical Centre, Life Eugene Marais Hospital, Netcare Bougainville Hospital, Netcare Moot General Hospital, Netcare Akasia Hospital, as well as Moot Algemene Hospital are ideal medical facilities available to residents in the area. 

Shopping Malls
Wonderpark Shopping centre, Madelief Shopping centre, Kollonade Shopping centre, Kollonade Retail Park, Montana Family market, Wonderboom Junction, Wingtip Crossings, and Doornpark Shopping Centre are prime shopping facilities available to residents in Pretoria North. Other shopping centres include Zambezi Junction, Montana value centre, Village square, Sinoville shopping centre, Magalieskruin shopping centre, and Annlin Plaza.

Restaurants
Catering for the food connoisseurs, aside from the popular eateries such as Nandos, John Dory's, RocoMamas, Mugg & Bean, and Panarottis, Pretoria North is also home to amazing unique restaurants like Baobab Café & Grill, Ki's Butchery & Oriental Fast Food, Akasia Indian Foods, and Big Bite Pretoria North.

Special Attractions
Friends of the Rail brings the old SA railway history and technology alive in a living museum that is fun for the entire family. Visitors can take a trip on a vintage steam train around Pretoria. 

An experience for the senses, the Ludwig's Rose Farm is a premier rose nursery in South Africa. Visitors can see and smell the largest selection of rose varieties available anywhere in the world, as well as enjoy leisurely farm breakfasts, delicious country lunches, or farm baked cakes. 

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