Postal code (street) 4051 PO box 4016 | Local time Wednesday 8:07 AM | |
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Weather 26°C, Wind N at 11 km/h, 75% Humidity Points of interest Umgeni River Bird Park, Japanese Gardens, Beachwood Mangrove Nature R, Virginia Bush Nature R, JUMP4JOY INDOOR TRAMPO | ||
Durban North is situated just north of Durban in the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, created in 2000, which includes the greater Durban area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It lies between the N2 freeway and the eastern seashore, with the Umgeni River forming its southern boundary, known by locals as Dave's beach. Its residential suburbs are some of Durban's most affluent and elite, having maintained their pedigree from pre-apartheid days. It is flanked by La Lucia in the north.
Contents
- Map of Durban North 4051 South Africa
- Location and Suburbs
- Recreation Facilities and Nature Reserves
- Education
- Government Schools
- Private Schools
- Sports clubs
- References
Map of Durban North, 4051, South Africa
Location and Suburbs
Briardene, Red Hill and Glen Anil are its main industrial areas. Its residential suburbs include Glen Anil, Glen Ashley, Glen Hills, Virginia, Durban North, Park Hill, Umgeni Park, Avoca, Kenville and Sea Cow Lake. Chris Hani Road is the main industrial arterial in Durban North, abutting Briardene and Glen Anil industrial areas.
The M12 Kenneth Kaunda Road/Umhlanga Rocks drive links the western suburbs of Durban North to the Umhlanga Ridge. The Ruth First Highway (M4) connects Durban North to the city and Umhlanga Rocks along the coast. Virginia Airport is situated along the northern shoreline.
Recreation Facilities and Nature Reserves
Durban North's beaches, including Beachwood, Virginia and Glenashley beaches and Dave's beach stretch from the Umgeni River mouth to the suburb of Glenashley. The Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve conserves the shoreline north of the Blue Lagoon.
The Umgeni River Bird Park is located on the banks of the Umgeni River in Umgeni Park. Virginia Bush Nature Reserve is located in the suburb of Virginia, while Seaton Park Nature Reserve is found in Park Hill. Durban North has a municipal swimming pool and a number of parks serviced by the Ethekwini municipality, including the Durban North Japanese Gardens.
Education
There are a number of independent and government schools in the area. Independent higher education provider Varsity College has a campus in Durban North.