Northern Suburbs lie to the north of Table Bay on both sides of the N1 highway leading to Paarl. They consist of Milnerton, Table View, Bloubergstrand, Parklands, Bellville, Parow, Tygerberg and Durbanville. When comparing areas and suburbs of Cape Town it is important to take into account the following factors:

• Affordability
• Security
• Proximity to schools and daycare
• Commuting time to work
• Proximity to shopping
• Atmosphere and aesthetics of the area
• Wind (trust us on this one...)

Here you will find a brief description of each suburb that form the Southern Suburbs area, and how they rank on the above-mentioned 7 criteria. This ranking is naturally not an exact science but it does represent a combined opinion of Cape Town expat community. It would be a good idea to visit as many of these areas as possible to form your own opinion.  

Milnerton-Table View-Bloubergstrand

= worst	= best
Affordability
Security
Schools
Shopping
Commute
Atmosphere
Wind
Best for:	Anyone on a budget, especially those commuting in the direction of Paarl

Bellville - Tygerberg

= worst	= best
Affordability
Security
Schools
Shopping
Commute
Atmosphere
Wind
Best for:	Those looking for newer properties, especially in apartments and security complexes, commuting in the direction of Paarl

Durbanville

= worst	= best
Affordability
Security
Schools
Shopping
Commute
Atmosphere
Wind
Best for:	Families looking for exclusive housing in Northern Suburbs, especially those commuting in the direction of Paarl

 Detailed description of suburbs coming soon!

Last updated: March 11, 2009