Living in Cradock Heights
Areas near to Cradock Heights
Fort England, Hill 60, Kingswood Makhanda (Grahamstown), Makhanda (Grahamstown) Central, Oatlands, Oatlands North, Somerset Heights, Sunnyside, West Hill,
Education
Rhodes University was founded in 1904 and remains a highly-respected institution throughout South Africa. St. Andrew’s College for Boys and Diocesan School for Girls are two prestigious private schools. Graeme College is also one of the dozens of public schools in the area.
Shopping
Major supermarkets in both The Market Square Shopping Centre and Pepper Grove Mall are a short drive into town, meaning getting essentials is convenient. Many cultural and specialty stores present an interesting shopping experience.
Healthcare
The full-range of treatments and services are available in public and private offerings, with the refurbished Settlers Hospital less than a kilometre away from any property in Cradock Heights. The Fort England Psychiatric Hospital is a public facility that can also be found nearby.
Travel
The airport nearest to Grahamstown is Port Elizabeth International Airport at a distance of 134 kilometres. The N2, one of South Africa’s major national highways, runs alongside Grahamstown meaning convenient travel to any major nearby city centres including East London. A mere 45 minute drive down to the coast will take you to the charming Port Alfred or Kenton-on Sea.