Centurion

Centurion at a glance

Centurion (previously known as Lyttelton in 1962 and then renamed Verwoedburg in 1967. The area was formerly an independent municipality with it's own town council before forming part of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality in 2000.

The area is one of the fastest-growing cities in Gauteng and it is situated between Pretoria and Midrand, bordering the City of Johannesburg municipality, Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality and Mogale City.

Over the years Centurion has become a popular area with top-notch amenities and public transport. It is located at the intersection of the N12 and the N14 highway and situated just 23km from the central business district of Tshwane (Pretoria) and just under 63km from the Johannesburg CBD. Centurion's roughly 46 minutes to OR Tambo International Airport with the closest airport in Centurion being the Wonderboom Airport which is 10.8km north of Pretoria. Some of the other well-known airports that are within close proximity include Lanseria International Airport and Rand Airport.

When it comes to public transport, there are four railway stations including the Gautrain station in West Street with trains running North to Pretoria and Hatfield and South to Sandton and Johannesburg Park Station, making commuting to work a pleasure. There are also four feeder bus routes to Highveld, Rooihuiskraal, Wierdapark and South downs.

Centurion property has rapidly developed since 1994 offering an abundance of business opportunities with the rapidly expanding CBD catering for businesses both large and small. This leading commercial, industrial and residential node is well-known for it's world class infrastructure where various developments are taking place and the area's location to industrial hotspots within Gauteng makes it an extremely prominent area for commerce, thus, putting Centurion even further on the map.

Some of the main industrial area's within Centurion are Sunderland Ridge, Hennops Park, Rooihuiskraal, Louwlardia and Samrand. These areas lie adjacent to Centurion and are made up of various industrial parks which are seen to be integral to the development in the area. Some of the leading industrial parks can be found in the area which include Gateway Industrial Park, Sterling Industrial Park, Point Industrial Park and Louwlardia Business Park, all offering 24 hour security, Fibre connectivity and easy access to all major arterial routes.

A key development which is believed to add invaluable credibility to the area in terms of industry and commerce is Centurion Aerospace Village which has the vision to develop a world-class industrial park promoting competiveness and sustainability of the aerospace defense and advanced manufacturing sector.

Centurion has popular shopping centres on its doorstep such Centurion Mall which was established in 1983. The mall was constructed around the Centurion lake ans it was the only shopping centre with big name retailers of that time until the 21st century. The mall has an array of retail stores and trendy restaurants as well as your choice of banking facilities.

When it comes to medical facilities, you have a choice of favorable hospitals nearby. These include the Netcare Unitas Hospital which is one of South Africa's largest private hospitals offering world-class hath care, 24-hour accident and emergency department. There's also the mediclinic Midstream, Centurion Day Hospital, Centurion Eye Hospital and Vista Clinic all within close proximity making this an ideal location.

Centurion is one of the most industrious and sought-after areas in Gauteng due to its locality and wide range of property types. If you are interested in setting up your business in this well-established industrial node, then be sure to contact Newpoint Property Group and out Centurion property specialist will assist you in finding the perfect space for your business, whether it's a property to let or a property for sale, whatever your needs are they will be able to help you find the ideal space.