Buccleuch, Sandton

About the suburb of Buccleuch

Buccleuch is one of Johannesburg's older residential suburbs, offering different housing options. The Jukskei River runs through the Buccleuch suburb, with the Modderfontein River on the eastern boundary. Over the years, new housing developments and estates have been established in Buccleuch, with the older, more established parts lying between these Jukskei and Modderfontein rivers.

Having 3,013 total properties, sectional title properties dominate the area with 2,202 units, while the rest are freehold houses. 444 of these houses are located in complexes, which are townhouses providing residents with a safe and secure living environment. The Buccleuch Residents Association is also active in the suburb, as they monitor the maintenance of roads and facilities within the area and create a clean, safe, and enjoyable community environment.

Interesting facts about the history of Buccleuch

Buccleuch stands on one of the old Witwatersrand farms, namely the Waterval farm, which was purchased in the late 1800s by a British immigrant, John Alexander Gibson. Mr. Gibson owned a coach transport business and used the farm as a rest area for his business's mules and horses. Upon his death in 1928, the farm was split between his seven heirs, one of whom named the area after a family friend - the Duke of Buccleuch. The late 1930s saw the area subdivided into smallholdings, which were further subdivided into smaller stands to create the existing suburb.

Schools in the area

Residents of the Buccleuch suburb have access to the Buccleuch Primary School, established in 1986 to cater to the education of the growing community. As for other schools in the area, Wendywood High and Wendywood Primary School are government schools in the neighbouring suburb that were established in the 1980s and provide a high-level education with quality facilities.

Medical facilities in the area

Buccleuch and its neighbouring areas offer medical facilities such as Netcare Sunninghill Hospital, which provides comprehensive multidisciplinary medical and surgical services. There is also the easily accessible Walter Sisulu Pediatric Cardiac Center and the Morningside Clinic.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

There are a few shopping centers in the Buccleuch area that cater to all the shopping and service requirements of the residents. This includes The Bridge Shopping Center in Buccleuch, as well as The Woodmead Retail Park, The Waterfall Corner, and The Mall of Africa.

Restaurants to visit in Buccleuch

Buccleuch offers various dining options, such as Dobbs House Restaurant in Modderfontein Nature Reserve, which is available for breakfast and lunch from Tuesday to Sunday. For authentic Durban-style Indian cuisine, Curry Leaf in Helen/Denise Road, Linbro Park, is the place to be, and there is also Simply Asia and many other eateries in the nearby Mall of Africa.

Things to do near Buccleuch

Buccleuch residents have the opportunity to go out into the countryside and enjoy many outdoor activities in open spaces:

1. Modderfontein Reserve: This privately owned nature reserve sits on 265 hectares of land and has a conference center and outdoor facilities for picnics and other activities. There is also a 5-kilometer run every Saturday at 8 am, which starts at Isidleke in the reserve, and runners receive a barcode when they register for their first run so they can enjoy future runs. Afterward, the runners gather at the Val Bonne Country Estate for refreshments and further socializing.

2. Taroko Trail Park, Norfolk Lane: Modderfontein Reserve has cycling and running routes open from 6 am to 6 pm. These routes cater to various mountain bike cyclists, from beginners to the more dedicated riders, consisting of four different routes from 10 kilometers to 42 kilometers in length, with slopes and streams, etc. Hikers and runners can also follow trails winding past sections of rivers and dams, allowing people to go at their own pace. It is perfect for families wanting to enjoy a day out in the countryside, as well as the more serious athletes. 

2. Woodlands Park Run, Woodlands Office Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead: 5-kilometer run at 8 am every Saturday for walkers, joggers, and runners in Woodlands Office Park. Afterward, participants often gather at the Mugg and Bean in the office park for refreshments and to socialize with the other park runners.

4. Redrock Brewing Company, Linbro Park: Enjoy craft beers named after Rock 'n' Roll songs by famous musicians of the past, such as "Storm Rider" from Riders of the Storm by the late Jim Morrison of The Doors.

5. Vodacom World of Golf, Maxwell & Woodmead Drive, Woodmead: 18-hectare golf and leisure park for golfers to enjoy the various golf facilities and activities. The World of Kids is a large play area for younger visitors, and the Dimples Café provides a variety of meals and refreshments.

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

There is easy access via the Woodmead offramp to the highways, located next to the Buccleuch interchange. This interchange gives access to M1, N1 western bypass, and N3 eastern bypass highways, allowing easier commutes to Sandton, Midrand, and Pretoria.

Buccleuch is an easy half-hour drive to O.R. Tambo International Airport via the N3 Eastern bypass and 39 minutes from the Lanseria airport. Alternatively, the Marlboro Gautrain Station is 10 minutes away from the Buccleuch suburb. Sandton City is 10.5 kilometers away, with the Johannesburg CBD being 23.7 kilometers.

Weather in Buccleuch

Buccleuch enjoys some of the best weather year-round, as the warm season is typically from August-end until early April. Days are hot, often punctuated with thunderstorms, and temperatures reach over 31⁰C. The shorter winter days are filled with sunshine, and while it warms up at midday, early morning and night-time temperatures can fall to 0⁰C.

Make Buccleuch your home, your story

Seeff Sandton is here to help you find your dream home in Buccleuch. Our agent, Colleen Hodges, specializes in the area and looks forward to hearing from you. You can view her properties for sale here.

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