Norscot, Sandton

About the suburb of Norscot

Norscot is a small suburb in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg. There are just over 300 homes in Norscot, most of which are freestanding houses. There are quite a few older, large homes in Norscot that are on bigger properties and perfect for the extended family or establishing bed and breakfasts, as Norscot is close to entertainment areas like Montecasino, Fourways, and Sandton.

Interesting facts about the history of Norscot

In the late 1930s, the Erikson Family bought a portion of a watermelon farm that would later become the neighbouring suburb of Fourways.  The Eriksons then built their home, Norscot Manor, in the Cape Dutch style amidst extensive gardens. The name Norscot derived from a combination of the Erikson's nationalities of Norwegian and Scottish. Norscot Manor is now a well-known heritage site, and together with the surrounding land, this area eventually became the suburb of Norscot. The original Norscot Manor farmhouse, in the center of the suburb, is now a  recreation center.

Schools in the area

There are many schooling options for residents of Norscot, those in Bryanston and Fourways being the most accessible. Some public (government) schools include Fourways High School, Bryanston High School, Bryandale Primary School, Bryanston Parallel Medium Primary School, and Bryaneven Primary School. Private schools in Fourways include Crawford College; in Bryanston, there is the British International School, St Stithians Preparatory, Girls' College and Boys' College, Brescia House school for girls, and more. Neighbouring Douglasdale also offers plenty of nursery school and daycare options.

Medical facilities in the area

Life Fourways, the Netcare Sunninghill Hospital, and the Olivedale Hospital are a comfortable drive from the suburb of Norscot. There are also private doctor's rooms at the NHC in Bryanston.

Shopping centres and malls in the area

Douglasdale Shopping Centre on Leslie Drive is closest to the suburb of Norscot for daily needs or a bite to eat at The Throbbing Strawberry. Sloane Square and the Epsom Downs Shopping Centre are smaller centers near the suburb. Design Quarter and Fourways Mall are the nearest larger shopping centers in the area. Both are within ten minutes of Norscot.

Restaurants to visit in Norscot

In Norscot itself, there is the Secret Tea Garden at Norscot Manor Recreational Centre. It is a café style venue and is best enjoyed on a sunny day. According to their website: "The Secret Tea Garden offers a quiet escape from the malls and roadside coffee shops. Relax on the terrace overlooking the manicured lawns and distant views, whilst the children amuse themselves in the impressive play park, guaranteed to give parents a much-needed break for an hour or so! The Secret Tea Garden is an ideal venue to host birthday parties, stork parties, kitchen teas & corporate functions."

Things to do in Norscot

Here are the fun things to do with the kids, at the Norscot Manor Recreation Centre, according to Seeff:

1. The Secret Tea Garden, where you can enjoy salads, burgers, sandwiches, tea, and cake in the afternoon.  
2. Art Classes for young and old.
3. Dancing Classes, including RAD ballet, Irish & Highland dancing, and African and modern dance classes.
4. Karate classes.
5. Sports therapy and biokinetics.
6. Playgroups for young children.

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Norscot is bordered by the N1 Western Bypass, which forms the southern boundary and is easily accessed at the William Nicol on-ramp.   Leslie Road is one of the major arterial roads on the edge of Norscot, the other being Douglas Drive which allows easy access to both the Randburg and Sandton areas, such as Fourways, Bryanston, Magaliessig, and Douglasdale. 

Norscot is just 20 kilometers from Lanseria Airport and 38 kilometers from OR Tambo International Airport.

The Sandton central business district is 12 kilometers from the suburb, and a trip into Johannesburg central (Braamfontein / Doornfontein / Bank City) is a 30-kilometer drive.

Weather in Norscot

Those already living in Norscot will tell you that they enjoy the outdoors almost all year round. Johannesburg's general climate is exceptional, with plenty of sunshine. Summers are hot, and winters are mild compared to Northern Hemisphere temperatures. It rarely snows, and winter is, in fact, the dry season in Johannesburg.

Make Norscot your home, your story.

If you think that Norscot is where you would like to start your family's next chapter, please be in touch with Seeff. We have been selling homes to families in the area for decades. We look forward to working with you. Be in touch with us here.