Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg

Clarendon is a smaller suburb of Pietermaritzburg, situated in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. This family-orientated neighbourhood offers various property types and is an ideal place to call home for anyone of all ages. This sought-after area offers residents convenience with an abundance of amenities, great schools and easy access to the CBD. 

A brief history of the area

Clarendon is a suburb that forms part of Pietermaritzburg which was founded in 1838. Pietermaritzburg is the capital of KwaZulu-Natal and the second-largest city in the province. 

In 1843, Pietermaritzburg fell under British control, establishing itself as the administrative centre of the Natal Colony. The inaugural lieutenant governor, Martin West, chose Pietermaritzburg as his residence. To accommodate a garrison, Fort Napier was constructed, named after Sir George Thomas Napier, the governor of the Cape Colony. In 1893, Natal gained self-governance, leading to the construction of an assembly building and the city hall in Pietermaritzburg.

Distance from key points

Clarendon residents looking to reach Pietermaritzburg Airport can do so in approximately 17 minutes (9,3 km) via Camps Drift Road and King Shaka International Airport is a one-hour and 19-minute drive (108,6 km) via the N3. Pietermaritzburg Central is seven minutes away (3 km) via Roberts Road.

Climate

The climate in Clarendon is warm and temperate. The temperature here averages 16.7 °C with roughly 966 mm of precipitation each year. The warmest month of the year is February with an average temperature of 20.6 °C while the coldest month is June with an average temperature of 18 °C.

Schools in the area

The family-orientated suburb has a variety of excellent schools for you to look into for your children. The top schools you may want to consider include Sunnylea Pre-Primary School and Aftercare Centre, Hands-On Education Centre, Jacaranda Pre-Primary School, Clarendon Primary School, Voortrekker High School, Russell High School and the brilliantly acclaimed school, The Wykeham Collegiate.

Other brilliant schools such as Carter High School, St Nicholas Diocesan School and Marion High School are situated nearby and are all under an eight-minute drive.

Healthcare in the area

When it comes to healthcare in the area, you can feel rest assured knowing that Midlands Specialist Private Hospital, Netcare St Anne's Hospital and Eden Gardens Private Hospital are all under a 12-minute drive and offer exceptional care.

If you are in need of a veterinarian you could take your furry loved ones to Clarendon Veterinary Clinic. Nearby veterinarians include Chase Valley Veterinary Clinic, Longmarket Veterinary Clinic and Veterinary House Hospital which are all under  10 minutes away.

Shopping centres

One of the great aspects of living in Clarendon is its close proximity to shopping centres such as The Victoria Centre, Wembley Centre, Athlone Circle Mall and Parklane Shopping Centre where you will be able to find everything you're looking for.

Restaurants

If you are wondering about where you could go to get your tastebuds tantalised in the area, look no further than Munchies Café, Fire & Vine, Hyde Park Coffee, Heavy D Caffeine Cafe, Elephant & Co, Chef Andrew Catering & Take-Away, Saki and Mozambik.

Special attractions

When you're relocating to a new place, it's essential to gather information about the local attractions that will provide you and your family with enjoyable activities during weekends and holidays. Here are the top places in and near Clarendon that you'll want to visit.

Outdoor enthusiasts and families alike will love exploring Wylie Park which offers walking/hiking trails in naturally beautiful surroundings.

The KZN National Botanical Garden is an absolute must-see destination for anyone who finds themselves in the area.

Brush up on your history and prepare to be fascinated when visiting the KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

Make Clarendon your home. Let it be your story.

Clarendon is a wonderful 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 Clarendon 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.