About Hillcrest
Hillcrest is a well-established suburb in Bulawayo, known for its leafy streets and spacious homes. The area is characterized by a tranquil environment, making it ideal for families seeking a peaceful residential area with access to various amenities. Hillcrest offers a good mix of urban and suburban living, with local shops, parks, and schools creating a vibrant community atmosphere.
Residents enjoy a range of services and recreational activities, including parks and sports facilities. The proximity to the city center allows for convenient access to commercial areas and other attractions in Bulawayo, making Hillcrest an attractive option for both long-time residents and newcomers.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Hillcrest is calm and family-oriented, with a focus on community engagement.
Amenities and dining
dining
- Haefeli's Restaurant
- Waverley
- Fish Chicken City
- Red Cafe
- Indaba Book Cafe
- Nabal's Restaurant & Diner
- Dickies Restaurant
- Cafe Baku
shopping
- Spar
- TM Pick n Pay
- Meikles
- Choppies
- Alasco Supermarket
- Tilus supermarket
- OK
- TM Pick n Pay Lobengula
healthcare
- Lancet House
- Premier Service Medical Aid Society Medical Center
- Surgery
- Generation Health
- Mpilo central Hospital
recreation
- The Terrace
- Queens Sports Club Ground
- Centenary Park
- Hume Park
- Borrow Street Swimming Pool
- Bulawayo Athletic Club
- Main Field
- Hartsfield Rugby Grounds
Getting around
Residents typically use private vehicles for commuting, as public transport options are limited.
Main roads: Robert Mugabe Way, Main Street, Lady Stanley Avenue, Selbourne Avenue, 12th Avenue, Lazarus Nkala Avenue, Clement Muchachi Road, J.M. Nkomo Street
Education
primary
- Carmel Primary School
- Milton Junior Primary School
- Losikeyi Primary
- Robert Tredgold Primary
- Sibantubanye Trust
- Saint Patricks Primary School
- Mzilikazi Primary School
- McKeurtan Primary School
secondary
- Eveline Girl's High School
- Saint Columba's High School
- Dominican Convent High School
- Gifford High School
- Mzilikazi High School
Safety
Medium RiskThe neighborhood is generally considered safe, with some areas having active neighborhood watch groups.
Who lives here
Hillcrest is home to a mix of families, long-term residents, and a few expatriates.
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