We love Hillcrest
Category Lifestyle
Ideally nestled in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, Hillcrest is a leafy suburb loved by both residents and visitors. While boasting an upscale country cosmopolitan lifestyle, residents pride themselves in ensuring that Hillcrest remains a tranquil escape in harmony with nature.
We love the environment
Residents in Hillcrest value the flora and fauna that adds beauty to the area. While illegal dumping and pollution are rife in many parts of the country, organisations such as the Hillcrest Conservancy strive to protect the environment and places like the Springside Nature Reserve in Hillcrest.
We love the climate
Hillcrest is known for its cool weather. It is much less humid here than it is on the coast. Residents who prefer the cooler climate yet still want to live a short distance away from the beaches find that making Hillcrest their home is the perfect solution.
We love the schools
Residents with growing families place major emphasis on good quality education for their children. Hillcrest is a sought after area for its prominent schools that continue to produce the country's top achievers.
Popular schools in the area include Hillcrest Pre-Primary School, Hillcrest Primary School, and Hillcrest High School. Top-notch private schools in Hillcrest are the Highbury Preparatory School, Kearsney College, Thomas More College, and Curro Hillcrest Christian Academy.
We love shopping
Hillcrest has a variety of shopping facilities that cater to the needs of residents. Management at these shopping malls and centres prioritise the cleanliness of the premises and safety of patrons.
Some of the shopping facilities which residents regularly visit are the Oxford Village Shopping Centre, Hillcrest Corner, Lillies Quarter Lifestyle Centre, Hillgate Shopping Centre, The Colony Shopping Centre, Hillcrest Richdens Village Centre, as well as the Christians Village Shopping Centre where the Seeff Hillcrest & Kloof offices are based.
Just a 20-minute drive away, the Shongweni Farmers Market is a favourite Saturday morning pass time and a shopping spree for the best organic and fresh produce. The plethora of farm stalls, nurseries, country pubs, as well as artists' haven gives visitors a first-hand experience of country living.
We love our properties
Hillcrest was once a little hamlet surrounded by green pastures and farmland. Even then it served as a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It was an escape to peace and quiet with cleaner cooler air. Eventually, Hillcrest became a boom town praised for its safer and less crowded country lifestyle. Initially, a residential area, Hillcrest's Main Road has now been rezoned for office and commercial use.
What used to be vacant land is now known for its cosy retirement villages, vast equestrian estates, gated security communities, as well as premier golf estates. Majority of these well-kept estates offer residents excellent 24-hour manned security with an onsite coffee shop, day spa, salon, and creche.
Properties in Hillcrest boast stunning architecture with lavish gardens appealing to the naturist in residents. Residents see their properties in Hillcrest not only as investments but as a place that they are comfortable raising a family and growing old in. Furthermore, a huge drawcard for buyers is that property in Hillcrest is much more affordable than areas such as Umhlanga, La Lucia, Durban North, or other upmarket suburbs in KwaZulu-Natal.
A recent report from FNB reveals that recent buyers are as young as 26 years old with the majority of the market being aged between 36 to 40. This is also the age where people have begun to sell their first homes to make way for larger more expensive properties and lifestyles. Other major sellers are aged from 61, the perfect age to start downsizing for the blissful retirement phase in one's life.
Life in Hillcrest is enjoyed by many residents. The suburb has everything that one may need to make living life more comfortable. From the freshest veggies supplied by the Impala Ridge Farm, to top schools and entertainment facilities, Hillcrest has what you need to call it your home. When you are ready to make Hillcrest your new address, contact Seeff Hillcrest & Kloof for expert advice on moving to the friendly suburb we love.
Author: Seeff Hillcrest & Kloof
