- Province: Western Cape
- Coordinates; 33°56′20″S “18°27′5″E
- Area; 0.27 km2
- Municipality; City Of Cape Town
University Estate is a residential suburb on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, on the edge of Table Mountain National Park. It lies just west of the original District Six and above Woodstock, with quick access to the Cape Town CBD via De Waal Drive.
The suburb is known for its central location, with convenient routes to the city centre, University of Cape Town, Groote Schuur Hospital, major highways, and the airport. Many homes enjoy mountain or harbour views, and residents have easy access to walking and hiking trails on Devil’s Peak.
Open green spaces in and around the suburb are used for walking and recreation, including the park and sports field near the intersection of Rhodes Avenue and Haig Road, often referred to locally as “the quarry”.
Pedestrian access to Devil’s Peak is possible via routes linking to De Waal Drive, while bridges and roads connect the suburb to Woodstock and Salt River below.
History of University Estate
Under the Apartheid-era Group Areas Act, University Estate was classified as a whites-only suburb. Following the repeal of this legislation in the early 1990s, the area gradually became more integrated and is now a diverse residential neighbourhood.
Primarily residential, University Estate features older homes on relatively large plots compared to other City Bowl areas. As part of greater Cape Town’s urban heritage zone, architectural character remains an important feature, and several historic-style buildings have been renovated over time.
There are a few commercial properties within University Estate itself. Limited activity includes small guest lodges and low-impact home-based businesses, with most shopping and services found in nearby Woodstock, Salt River, Gardens and the City Bowl.
The postcode for University Estate is 7925
Resources
Practical information for the Western Cape, Regulations, permits and helpful tips. See the Colourdots coastal and nature use guide
Useful Numbers
Residents and visitors can find important local contact numbers below, including police, medical services, utilities, and community facilities in and around
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Emergency Services
- Police: Woodstock – 021 442 3117
- Fire: Salt River Fire station-021 444 0830
- Ambulance: 10177
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Medical
- Closest hospital: Groote Schuur Hospital – 021 404 9111
- Pharmacy; Chinn’s Corner. Vredehoek 021 465 6222
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Municipal & Utilities
- Water:0860 103 089
- Electricity:0860 103 089
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Transport & Roads
- Traffic department: Gallows Hill 0860 103 089
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Community & Safety
- NSRI 087 094 9774
- SPCA: Cape of Good Hope SPCA- 021 700 4140
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Local Contacts and Community Resources
- Post office; Rhodes Gift Post Office – 021 685 5460
- Library: Cape Town Central 021 424 6320
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Schools in University Estate
- : Maria Montessori Preschool – 021 447 7547
- Mountain Road Primary-021 447 5246
- Queen’s Park High.- 0214481997
- Find a comprehensive list of Cape Town emergency numbers
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- 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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