Klippoortjie, Boksburg

Klippoortjie is located in the Gauteng province of South Africa. This family-friendly suburb offers various property types including apartments, townhouses and freestanding homes. The area provides residents with an array of amenities, good schools and naturally beautiful surroundings with some awesome attractions to explore as well. 

A brief history of the area

Klippoortjie forms part of Germiston, which lies in the heart of the Rand goldfields and was founded in 1886 after the local discovery of gold. It officially became a town in 1903 and then a city in 1950 and is part of one of South Africa's most heavily industrialized areas.

Distance from key points

Klippoortjie residents looking to reach O.R Tambo International Airport can do so in approximately 29 minutes (21,5 km) via Rondebult Road and Lanseria International Airport is a one-hour and two-minute drive (68,6 km) via the N3 Eastern Bypass. Johannesburg Central is 34 minutes away (28,2 km) via the N17.

Climate

The climate in Klippoortjie is warm and temperate. The average annual temperature is 16.0 °C and approximately 755 mm of precipitation falls each year. The wettest month of the year is December which sees roughly 136 mm while January is the warmest month of the year when the temperature averages 19.8 °C.

Schools in the area

The family-friendly suburb has a variety of excellent schools for you to choose from. Some of the best schools you may want to consider include Bonae Academy, College Kids Pre-Primary School, Smiley Kids Elspark, Laerskool Elspark, School Of Achievement, Hoërskool Elspark, Windmill Park Secondary School, Falcon Educational School and Hoërskool Oosterlig.

Healthcare in the area

When it comes to healthcare in the area, you can feel rest assured knowing that Netcare Sunward Park Hospital is only a nine-minute drive. Life Roseacres Hospital and Tambo Memorial Hospital are also nearby options for you and your loved ones.

Veterinarians in the area include Lambton Veterinary Clinic, Germiston Veterinary Hospital and Sunnyridge Veterinary Consulting Rooms.

Shopping centres

Klippoortjie has its own Kingfisher Square which has a collection of shops that will speak to your every need. There are also some great malls nearby for you to indulge in some retail therapy. These shopping centres include Golden Walk Shopping Centre, East Rand Mall, Primrose Mall and The Reef Shopping Centre.

Restaurants

Looking to have your tastebuds tantalised? Then you won't want to miss out on visiting The Apple Bite Roadhouse & Pizzeria, Mustard Seed, The Braai Chill Spot, Victoria Lake Club Restaurant, Huistoe Pub & Grill, Simply Majestic and Sandelani Portuguese Restaurant & Take-Away.

Special attractions

When moving to a new location, you want to know about the attractions in the area that will keep you and the family busy during weekends and holidays. Here are the top places in and near Klippoortjie that you'll want to visit.

The Rondebult Bird Sanctuary is an absolute must-see attraction for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Acrobranch Huddle Park is a 30-minute drive and well worth the trip! Experience the thrill of adventure when making your way to this awesome place.

Gold Reef City Theme Park is always a top choice as there is so much to explore at this amazing theme park.

Make Klippoortjie your home. Let it be your story.

Klippoortjie is a great place to set roots whether you are part of a couple, a family or looking to retire. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Klippoortjie for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.