Ballito Central, Ballito

Located along the scenic Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, lies Ballito Central. The lush and leafy suburb boasts breathtaking views, luxurious homes and a pristine shoreline for residents to enjoy. The stunning suburb offers residents a variety of property types including apartments, townhouses and freestanding homes, making it an ideal place to live for anyone wanting a relaxed lifestyle. With an abundance of amenities, unique attractions and a vacation-style way of life, Ballito Central is a popular destination for families of all shapes and sizes to set down roots.

Ballito Central's airports/routes: travel effortlessly

Ballito Central residents wanting to reach King Shaka International Airport, located 20,9 km away, can do so in 18 minutes via the N2. The lovely Willard Beach is only five minutes away via Hilary Drive and Durban Central is a 42-minute drive (47 km) via the N2.

Ballito Central's history: uncover the backstory

Ballito Central, an integral part of Ballito, came into existence in 1954 as a privately developed township. Dr Edward Rubenstein, leading the Glen Anil Development Corporation/Investments, played a crucial role in its establishment. The name of the town was inspired by a captivating advertisement for Ballito Hosiery, produced by Ballito Hosiery Limited in St. Albans, England. This region was initially a segment of a sugarcane farm located at Compensation Beach, which belonged to Basil Townsend.

Ballito Central's weather: discover the patterns

Ballito Central's climate is classified as warm and temperate with an average annual temperature of 20.7 °C. The area experiences approximately 1010 mm of rainfall each year with November being the wettest month. The warmest month of the year is February with an average temperature of 24.1 °C.

Ballito Central's schools: set your child up for success

Although the area is known for its laid-back vacation lifestyle it still offers some incredible schools for you to enrol your kids into. The schools worth looking into include Nurture and Nature Montessori Preschool, Poppy Seeds Montessori Ballito, The Beaches Primary School, Eden Village Preparatory School, Ashton International College Ballito, Destiny Life Academy and Reddam House Ballito.

Ballito Central's healthcare: get treated by the best

Ballito Central has got you covered when it comes to healthcare as it has the excellent Netcare Alberlito Hospital in the area.

Should your beloved pets be the ones in need of medical assistance, you could take them to Ballito Vet Hospital, Aloe Veterinary Clinic or Salt Rock Veterinary Clinic.

Ballito Central's shopping scene: enjoy some retail therapy

Whether you are looking for clothing, home decor, electronics, jewellery or even just some groceries, you'll be able to find everything you need at Ballito Junction Regional Mall, The Odyssey Ballito, The Quarter, Ballito Lifestyle Centre, The Circle and Ballito Shopping Precinct.

Ballito Central's special attractions: have a fun day out

Ballito Central is a playground for couples, lone wolves and families alike. There is so much to explore in this beautiful area and so we've listed the top three attractions.

When you're in Ballito Central, you have to make sure you visit The Waterberry Coffee Shoppe where you can enjoy great coffee within beautiful surroundings.

Sugar Rush Park is only a 12-minute drive and offers an abundance of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

When living in Ballito Central you will probably end up at Thompson Bay Rock Pool all the time! This large tidal pool not only will keep you cool but has an array of marine life for you to observe.

Find a home that inspires you in Ballito Central

Ballito Central is a beautiful, family-friendly area with great schools, loads of amenities and some wonderful attractions to enjoy. Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty, the best real estate company in South Africa, has a wide range of properties within Ballito Central for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.