- Province: Western Cape
- Coordinates: 33.8098° S, 18.4884° E
- Area:
- Municipality; City of Cape Town
Sunningdale is a residential suburb on the West Coast of Cape Town, located north of Table View and east of the Atlantic coastline. It lies within the broader Blaauwberg area, bordered by other northern suburbs and low-lying coastal plains. The landscape is largely flat, with sandy soils typical of Cape Town’s west coast corridor.
History of Sunningdale
Affordable suburb for first-time buyers
This is a relatively new and rapidly growing suburb that is safe and affordable, particularly for young first-time buyers. It is only a couple of kilometres from the beach where you get spectacular views of Table Mountain.
The area features a mix of housing options, from free-standing homes to secure complexes, offering a safe and comfortable environment for residents. The suburb is characterised by well-maintained streets, green spaces, and a sense of community, making it an attractive option for those looking to settle in a suburban area with modern amenities.
The postcode for Sunningdale is 7441
Resources
Practical information for the Western Cape: regulations, permits, and helpful tips. See the Colourdots coastal and nature use guide
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Useful Numbers
Residents and visitors can find important local contact numbers below, including police, medical services, utilities, and community facilities
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Emergency Services
- Police: Parklands-021 521 3300
- Fire: Milnerton 021 400 6949
- Ambulance: 10177
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Medical
- Closest hospital; Netcare Blaauwberg – 021 554 9302
- Pharmacy; 021 556 8152
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Municipal & Utilities
- Water: 0860 103 089
- Electricity:0860 103 089
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Transport & Roads
- Traffic department: Milnerton Pienaar road – 021 550 1236
- Road Emergencies / SANRAL: 0800 204 204
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Community & Safety
- NSRI 087 094 9774
- 24-hour Poisons Information Helpline of the Western Cape: 0861 555 777.
- SPCA: Uitsig Animal Rescue – 083 375 3606
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Local Contacts and Community Resources
- Post office;021 557 2511
- Library: Tableview – 021 557 8995
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Schools in Sunningdale
- Sunningdale Private School – 021 557 5096
- Elkanah House Junior Primary- 021 554 8600
- Elkanah House Senior Primary – 021 554 8630
- Elkanah House High School – 021 554 8600
- Generation Schools Sunningdale – 021 205 5922
- Sunningdale Primary School – 021 554 2990
The City of Cape Town Public Emergency Communication Centre is available 24/7 For all life or property-threatening emergencies. Call 021 480 7700 from any phone or 107 from a landline or report online at https://bit.ly/3o4Ji3K
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