About Oakdene
Oakdene is a well-established residential suburb located in the southern part of Johannesburg, situated between the more commercial areas of Alberton and the residential neighborhoods of the South Rand. The area is characterized by spacious properties with large stands, many dating back several decades, giving it a mature suburban feel with established trees and gardens. The suburb offers a quieter residential environment while maintaining reasonable access to major commercial and business centers in the greater Johannesburg area.
Lifestyle
Quiet suburban living with spacious properties, suitable for families seeking a residential environment away from city centers
Amenities and dining
dining
- De New Cafe
- Rockomamas
- Nando's
- Bembam
- Las Vegas Lunch Club and Restaurant
shopping
- Pick n Pay
- Friendly
- Food Lover's Market
- Woolworths
- The Glen Shopping Centre
- Verona Ali General Trading Center
- Verona Supermarket
healthcare
- Bellair Medical And Dental Center
- Chiropractic Clinic
- Oakdene Optometrists
- South Rand Hospital
- Doctor/Travel Clinic
- Eastcliffe Medical Centre
recreation
- Glenvista Country Club
- Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve
- Christopherson Park
- Turffontein Race Course
- Virgin Active
- Rotunda Park
- Chrisville Park
Getting around
Residents primarily rely on private vehicles for transportation, with good road connections to major routes
Main roads: Vorster Avenue, Rifle Range Road, Oak Avenue, Main Street, Verona Street, South Rand Road, Prairie Street, Comaro Street
Education
primary
- Glenanda Primary School
- Forest Hill Primary School
- Highveld Primary School
- Saint Martin's School
- Townsview Primary
- DIE HAMLET SCHOOL
- The Mossie Primary School
- Kingdom Academy
secondary
- The Hill High School
- Abbotts College Johannesburg South
- Forest Hill High School
Safety
Medium RiskTypical suburban security considerations apply, with residents generally implementing standard security measures
Who lives here
Mix of families and established residents in a suburban setting
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