Hyde Park, Sandton

Hyde Park at a glance

About the suburb of Hyde Park, Sandton, Johannesburg

Despite Hyde Park's central location, the suburb maintains a calm and blissful atmosphere characterized by winding streets lined with magnificent trees. The architectural style of Hyde Park varies from stately, colonial-style properties to more modern designer units.

Hyde Park covers an area of 2.8 square kilometers and includes over 1000 properties, made up of an equal mixture of freehold and sectional title units. Buyers looking for apartment options may be interested in the wide selection on offer, ranging in price from R1.5 million to R6 million. Cluster homes in and around the R6 million price range are highly sought after. Large homes in the avenues are a desirable address, particularly those in enclosures, and some fetch prices upward of R30 million.

Interesting facts about the history of Hyde Park

Hyde Park is one of Johannesburg's wealthiest suburbs, home to the most sought-after property in the country. The suburb was established in 1955 and named after London's prestigious Hyde Park area. It has since become one of Johannesburg's most esteemed suburbs, sharing a similar reputation to its London counterpart.

Schools in the area

Medical facilities in the area

You can prioritize your health and welfare in Hyde Park. Hyde Park is close to several top-class medical facilities, including Netcare Rosebank, Mediclinic Sandton, and Mediclinic Morningside.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

Hyde Park is conveniently located between Jan Smuts Avenue, William Nicol Drive, Rivonia Road, and Oxford Road. These are major roadways that make commuting to the surrounding areas effortless. Situated in the heart of the northern suburbs, Hyde Park offers residents access to a wide range of shopping and entertainment destinations, including Sandton City / Nelson Mandela Square, the Rosebank precinct, and Melrose Arch. In Hyde Park itself, Hyde Park Corner is one of Johannesburg's premier shopping centers - with high-end stores, restaurants, a movie theatre, and medical services.

Restaurants to visit in Hyde Park

Hyde Park residents are spoiled for choice when it comes to eating out. Whether it's fine dining or a café cappuccino, Hyde Park is the place to be.

Le Park by Tasha's has recently been revamped with style in the "spirit of Paris" and is centrally located in Hyde Park Corner. The deli-style sorbet bar and patisserie are mouthwatering. Also in Hyde Park Corner, Olives and Plates (booking essential) is tucked away behind Exclusive Books. The food is incredible, and the service is impeccable.

Luce at Hyde Park and the Island Bar, both at the Southern Sun Hyde Park, have magnificent sunset views.

Things to do in Hyde Park

Here are our Top 5 things to do at Hyde Park Corner:

1. Nu Metro Hyde Park: Enjoy the latest releases at the modern cinema with a trademark box of popcorn.

2. Jo Malone: Treat yourself to a signature scent of your own or buy a gift for someone special. Initials or names can be engraved while you wait, personalizing a bottle of perfume or cologne, and gifts can be packaged beautifully.

3. Woolworths, Country Road, Trenery: Spend some time stocking up on luxury essentials or browsing the racks. You could enjoy a light bite to eat at the Woolworths Café or grab a coffee to go as you leave.

4. Exclusive Books: Enjoy the latest releases and hunt down the perfect coffee table books at this large store. The children's section has all the fan favourites, classics, and YA cult series.

5. Nespresso: Pop into the flagship store and stock up on your favourite sleeves so that you start your days with the right cup of coffee.

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Hyde Park's prime location within Gauteng means that residents can easily commute to wherever they need to be, for business or pleasure. It is 26 kilometers to OR Tambo International Airport and 29 kilometers to Lanseria Airport, where most travellers fly private or locally.

The central Sandton and Rosebank / Melrose business districts are a 5 to 10-minute drive from Hyde Park. The Johannesburg inner city is a 20-minute drive from Hyde Park.

Weather in Hyde Park

The climate in Johannesburg is of the best in the country. Summers are hot, reaching temperatures of 35 degrees Celsius on the hottest days. Temperatures of 32 or 33 degrees are commonplace at the height of summer. Spectacular afternoon thundershowers are usual.

Winter months are dry, and temperatures plunge to single digits (Celsius), but the days are sunny, with clear blue skies. Hyde Park residents will enjoy the vibrant African sunsets most evenings. 

Make Hyde Park your home, your story.

Hyde Park is a desirable address, whether you're a young professional or an extended family household. Property for sale in Hyde Park includes every type of home, from investment apartments to cluster homes in compounds to sprawling estates.

Our area specialist agents at Seeff, Corinna Lowry and George Papadopoulos, have been selling homes in Hyde Park for almost two decades. Browse their portfolio of enviable property for sale in Hyde Park here, and be in touch with them soonest.

We also have several rental homes available for lease in Hyde Park. Browse the properties to rent here, and be in touch with the specialist rental agent for Hyde Park, Adrian Alport.