Brackenfell Central Area Information

Brackenfell at a glance

Brackenfell, originally established as a railway town, is known for its central location and affordable homes. Brackenfell neighbours Bellville, and lies between the Cape Winelands and Cape Town, allowing commuters to travel in either direction within a 30-minute drive to Cape Town CBD or Stellenbosch Central.

Brackenfell is home to young professionals, families, mature individuals, and retirees alike. The area offers a wide variety of properties to suit any budget and need, including quality investment opportunities on the market. Whether it be a sectional title apartment, or a free-standing property in a 24-hour security estate, Brackenfell offers interested buyers' quality homes at an affordable price.

Brackenfell is an area buzzing with business, filled with sporting and recreational activities, and offers the convenience of being close to schools, churches, shopping centres, and hospitals.

Cape Town International Airport is also a mere 25km away from Brackenfell Central.

Should you wish to make Brackenfell your home, below are a few other key interests:

Private Hospitals in Brackenfell:

• Mediclinic Cape Gate
• Vredekloof Clinic

Schools in Brackenfell:

• Laerskool Brackenfell Primary
• Bastion Laerskool Brackenfell
• Protea Heights Academy
• Hoërskool Brackenfell High

Shopping Centres in Brackenfell:

• Cape Gate Mall
• Cape Gate Lifestyle Centre
• Brackenfell Hyper Shopping Centre
• Brackenfell Shopping Centre
• Fairbridge Mall

Distance from key points:

Well-know as being a commuter town, Brackenfell is ideally situated close to major transport routes in the Western Cape, such as the N1, R300, and Old Paarl Rd, allowing residents to travel to and from work and other destinations with ease.  

Recreation:

Brackenfell doesn't disappoint when it comes to entertainment and activities. The area is home to the Braceknfell Athletics Club, one of the largest running clubs in the Western Cape of South Africa. The area lends itself to great and safe walking & running routes.

Furthermore, for the active residents of Brackenfell, the Brackenfell Action Sports Arena offers all-year round possibility to get your sweat on during a match of action netball, soccer or cricket with friends and teammates.

Convenience is yours with Cape Gate Mall being down the road, with the option of watching a movie at SterKinekor or grabbing a bite to eat at the many restaurants and take-away places to choose from.

And for the nature lovers, Brackenfell Nature Reserve is a 36-hectare piece of protected land filled with botanicals in abundance, as well as a diversity of wildlife. Walk the wonderful winding pathways in the Nature Reserve, birdwatch to spot a peregrine falcon, or picnic with the family!

With Hazendal Wine Estate right on your doorstep, enjoy a country setting while sipping on wine, or fine dine at a selection of restaurants on the farm, all the while the kids play to their heart's content on the rolling lawns, at the Magical Wonderdal, or the Putting Park - the options are endless!

The V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain is just a quick trip away for the family to venture out. The Castle of Good Hope and Iziko South African Museum are only 30km away and a great opportunity for the family to learn, explore and be a tourist in your own city.

Take your pick from inland activities, such as hiking and biking, to coastal pass-times, such as surfing, snorkelling, and visiting the V&A Waterfront. Setting up home in Brackenfell, between Cape Town and Stellenbosch, offers the best of both worlds.