About Thornwood
Thornwood is a suburb located in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is situated near the city centre and offers a range of amenities, including shopping centres, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.
The area is known for its tree-lined streets and established homes, making it a popular choice for families and professionals. Thornwood is also close to several schools, including primary and secondary schools, and is within driving distance to the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Thornwood is relaxed and suburban, with easy access to amenities and outdoor activities.
Amenities and dining
dining
- Nando's
shopping
- Game
- Pick n Pay
- Spar
- Shoprite
- Checkers
healthcare
- Netcare Pinehaven Hospital
- Life Westville Hospital
recreation
- Virgin Active
- Roose park
- Bouldering Wall
- Kloof Country Club
- Padfield Park
- New Germany Nature Reserve
- Water Polo Pool
- Primary School Pool
Getting around
Thornwood is accessible via the N3 highway and is close to the M13 and M19 roads.
Main roads: M7 Route, Josiah Gumede Road, Qashana Khuzwayo Road, Saint Johns Avenue, Beviss Road, Richmond Road
Education
primary
- St Marys DSG
- New Germany Primary School
- Benjamin Pine Primary School
- Pinetown Senior Primary School
- Gelofte School
- St Benedict School
secondary
- Pinetown Girls' High School
Safety
Low RiskThornwood is considered a relatively safe area, with low crime rates compared to other suburbs in Durban.
Who lives here
Thornwood is a diverse suburb with a mix of young professionals, families, and retirees.
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