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History of Parow

In 1865 a huge storm off Table Bay caused 19 ships to be stranded. One of these ships, the Kehrweider was captained by Johann Heinrich Ferdinand Parow.
He decided to remain in the Cape and later married Johanna Wilhelmina Timmerman whose family had helped him when he was stranded. He saw an opportunity in the Tyger Valley region and he began selling and promoting the area for cattle trade. Here he acquired great wealth.
While the village had a management board from 1902, it only became a municipality in 1939. The town was included in the Cape Town municipal land area in 1944 and incorporated into the more recently formed City of Tygerberg in 1996.

The postal codes  are street Code 7500 and Box Code 7499

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Useful Numbers

  • Police: 021 929 7037
  • Traffic department: Goodwood 021 444 7151
  • Fire: Goodwood;021 590 1900
  • Water: 0860 103 089
  • Electricity:0860 103 089
  • Ambulance: 10177
  • Post office; 021 939 8080
  • Closest hospital;  Day Hospital 078 671 1226
  • Community health care centre; 021 444 0924
  • Ravensmead Multipurpose Centre: 021 444 0916
  • Civic Hall: 021 444 0916
  • Library: 021 444 0940
  • Pharmacy; Faulls 021 939 2120
  • SPCA: 021 700 4140
  • MC Fick Hall:021 444 0916
  • Community Centre: 021 444 0265
  • Avondale community centre 021 571 7080
  • Schools: Florida High School 021 931 8922
    P North primary:021 930 2663
    Parow primary; 021 911 3357
    P East primary; 021 930 8655
    P West primary; 073 548 965
    Hoerskool Parow 021 939 4145
    P prep;021 939 4582
    P vallei prep 021 931 6251
  • Museum: 021 911 5907
  • Other emergency numbers COCT

FAQs about Parow

1. Where is Parow located?
Parow is in Cape Town’s northern suburbs, about 15 km from the city centre, between Goodwood and Bellville, along Voortrekker Road.

2. What is Parow known for?
Parow is known for Parow Centre, Tygerberg Rugby Stadium, and being one of Cape Town’s oldest established suburbs with easy access to major roads.

3. What type of area is it?
It’s a mixed residential and commercial suburb, offering affordable housing, shopping areas, and light industry zones.

4. How do you get to Parow?
Parow is easily reached via the N1, Voortrekker Road, or De La Rey Road, with train and bus services linking it to the city.

5. Are there schools in Parow?
Yes, including Parow High School, Parow North Primary, and several preschools and private institutions.

6. What shopping centres are nearby?
The main retail hub is Parow Centre, with additional options like China Town Parow and nearby N1 City Mall.

7. Is Parow safe?
It’s a busy urban area with active community policing and neighbourhood watch groups in residential zones.

8. What attractions or facilities are in Parow?
Notable sites include Tygerberg Rugby Stadium, Parow Golf Course, and Jack Muller Park, popular for jogging and outdoor events.

9. Is there public transport?
Yes Metrorail trains, Golden Arrow buses, and taxis operate through Parow daily, making it well-connected.

10. Is Parow family-friendly?
Yes — Parow offers schools, parks, and sports clubs, making it suitable for families seeking affordable, central living.

Updated October 2025

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