Regional Profile

Although Westville is west of Durban, Westville derives its name after Sir Martin West, a Lieutenant-Governor of Natal in the mid-19th Century. This much sought after area has an ideal climate and was under farming until the early 1920's. This farm has since been transformed into this upmarket residential area which has expanded and developed into a commercial market. Recently Westville has become a business centre with prestigious office parks springing up and attracting major companies and professional firms. Westville is also somewhat of an academic centre, boasting its own University at the Westville Campus of University of KwaZulu-Natal. Excellent shopping complexes, conference facilities, hospitals, sport facilities, well-regarded schools and an 80ha Nature Reserve make Westville the popular choice for property buyers. With its elegant homes set in picturesque gardens, Westville has become one of the most popular suburbs of Durban, boasting excellent value for money.

Pavilion Shopping Centre:
The Pavilion Shopping Centre in Westville Durban is a convenient place to find just about anything you need. With fashion shops, sports stores and numerous restaurants. Visitors to the region will find that anything they may have forgotten to bring is easily found in the Pavilion Shopping Centre including a banking mall with Forex facilities.

Palmiet Nature Reserve:
Officially opened in September 1972 the Palmiet Nature Reserve has seen many visitors over thousands of years with a Stone Age implement found here dating as old as 40,000 years or more. The reserve and river is named after the riverine plant "Prionium serratum" (Palmiet) which was formerly abundant in the area. Guided Trails are the 1st Sunday each month at no charge.

Westville Hospital:
Life Westville Hospital is a member of Life Healthcare, one of the largest private hospital groups in South Africa. The world class facilities at the Westville Hospital and the priority focus on the delivery of care to patients ensures that the Westville Hospital remains one of the top Hospitals in South Africa.

Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park:
Nestled in Giba Gorge valley is Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park, a special place for those that enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle. Giba caters for everyone from the adrenaline junkie looking to push themselves to new limits to even the non-rider who simply loves to relax and enjoy the tranquil setting.

Waxy O'Connor's:
Being the most authentic Irish pub in South Africa, Waxy O'Connor's has become the cornerstone of the Westville community. Waxy O'Connor's provides the perfect venue to meet up with old friends and enjoy the patio for casual chats and a few good ol' drinks, business lunches or for good times over a delicious dinner.

Westville Boys High
Contact Number: 031 267 1330
Website: www.wbhs.co.za

Westville Girls High
Contact Number: 031 266 1258
Website: www.wghs.co.za

Varsity College
Contact Number: 031 266 8400
Website: www.varsitycollege.co.za

Police Department
Contact Number: 10111

Fire Department
Contact Number: 10177

Ambulance Service
Contact Number: 10177