Oakdene at a glance
Located in the beautiful hills of overlooking the regular morning fog within the valley, Oakdene is one of Johannesburg Souths most sort after areas within to live. Panoramic views stretch across the wide-open areas presenting stunning homes and scenery. Oakdene is one of the few areas that are still predominantly residential. Security and tranquillity are yet a few attractions in which Oakdene offers.
A brief history of the area.
Oakdene is one of the very first areas within Johannesburg South, which has always been a fast-growing area. The area has offered housing to an exponentially growing demographic as the years have passed. It has always been a highly sort after area within Johannesburg. The residents have carefully and meticulously groomed the area over the years into what has become an affordable residential area housing
everyone from the middle class to the elite.
Climate
As a whole, most of Johannesburg South lies within the Klipriversberg valley, providing a well-balanced climate from day to day. Summer mornings usually start off in and around 14°C and reach highs of 32°C.
Winter mornings provide beautiful scenery with fog layers lining the hills of visible surrounding areas. Temperatures reach 3°C in the winter mornings and soar into and around 18°C in the afternoons. Rainfall is mostly experienced in the summer months between September and February.
Schools in the area.
As Oakdene remains predominantly residential, the surrounding areas provide ample choice when it comes to schooling. With various choices between public and private schooling, children are exposed to a wide variety of educational exposure as well as sporting culture. With Oakdene's
prime location, children are further exposed to a wide variety of social interaction. St Martins Preparatory and High School provides intimate learning with class rooms not exceeding 20 learners. Marian College also provides classes from grade R through to grade 12. Should you require a public school, The Hill high school, Highveld Primary, Glenanda Primary as well as Townsview Primary are suitable options. Extra mural learning can also be found within the area as
there are various Kumon and Mastermaths institutions surrounding Oakdene.
Shopping centres
With an abundance to choose from, you cannot go wrong. Oakdene is a stone throw away from The Glen Shopping Centre to provide you with the relevant factory stores in which your fashion needs can be met. Comaro Shopping Centre is well within walking distance for the various grocery shopping needs one might require, hosting a well-stocked Pick N Pay and Food Lovers Market as well as a Meat World and Viva Gymnasium. Mall of The South is also a fine option should you be in the need for fine dining or exclusive shopping needs. Bassonia Arch also offers a wide variety of take away or dining options.
Distance from key points
The distance from Oakdene to O.R International Airport is 31km. with the highway's onramp in such close proximity, getting places in Johannesburg are well within reach. Traffic is at most times relatively low. Johannesburg CBD is a short 13km from Oakdene.
Restaurants and offices Johannesburg South as a whole boasts its wonderful heritage. In doing so, many well renowned
establishments offer fine dining at an affordable expense. Parreirinha, Ginos and Il'Camino, to mention a few, have all been around for over 50 years and for the most part, still very much run with their original owners. Whilst the newer establishments are comfortably following in their
footsteps. Places such as Rocomamas, Panarottis, Spur, Ocean Basket and Steers are also within walking distance of Oakdene.
Special Attractions
1. Glenvista Country Club is the perfect location to perfect your golf swing at an affordable
price. Glenvista Country Club is ranked in the top 3 golf courses in Johannesburg and the
top 50 in the country.
2. Gold Reef City is approximately 7km away providing an extraordinary theme park and
well-established casino with various entertainment amenities.
3. Rietvlei Zoo Farm is yet another wonderful attraction consisting of a weekly park run.
Reitvlei further offers several restaurants, a driving range as well as a cycling and running
trails and multiple fishing dams, for various weekend activities.
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