Bedfordview is an affluent suburb located in Western Ekhuruleni. At an area of 11.07 km², it is one of Johannesburg's smaller suburbs. Nevertheless, Bedfordview still offers a wide variety of entertainment, retail, motoring and hotel accommodation offerings. The suburb prides itself on a diverse selection of restaurants and dining options, traversing a number of local and international cuisines. Bedfordview residents value the area for its family-friendly lifestyle. The suburb boasts seven elite private schools, as well as tons of entertainment for the kids. Property is well sought after in this suburb, for both residential and business purposes. Here, you will find expansive family homes, high rise luxury apartments, world-class retail precincts and business offices, all within a square kilometre.

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Shopping 

One of Bedfordview's biggest drawcards is its retail destinations. With two exclusive shopping centres in the area, it brings in shoppers from all around the city of Johannesburg. Bedford Centre and Eastgate Shopping Centre provide a world-class shopping experience, right in the heart of the East Rand. Bedfordview is also home to a number of smaller shopping precincts, including the eclectic Village View Shopping Centre.

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Schools

Bedfordivew is a sought-after school district, offering parents their pick of public and private schooling options. A number of the schools in Bedfordview cater to classes from pre-primary age to matric and include a religious grounding in their educational principles. This includes St Benedict's College, SAHETI and St Andrew's School for Girls. Prospective university students should keep in mind that there are two institutions of higher learning in the area as well.

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Restaurants

Bedfordview's Van Buuren Road is a veritable restaurant strip. Careen down the avenue for a taste of the flavours of the world. Whether it's Asian fusion cuisine you're after, flame-grilled steaks or Mediterranean-inspired delights, Bedfordview's many restaurants should have something to tempt your taste buds. Take your pick from popular restaurant chains at Bedford Square, including Mythos, Lupa Osteria and Salsa Mexican Grille. If it's Friday night takeaways you're after, pop into the food court at Eastgate Shopping Centre for quick and convenient meals on a budget.

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Entertainment 

Bedfordview is a hive of activity over weekends as entertainment seekers flock in from surrounding suburbs. With multiple cinema complexes, including a Ster-Kinekor IMAX theatre at Eastgate Shopping Centre, the area is a verified movie lover's paradise. Bedfordview boasts an entrenched sporting culture too, evidenced by its variety of athletic clubs, gyms and sports bars. Jeppe Quondam is by far the suburb's best known sporting club, offering tennis, cricket, rugby and squash training for all ages. The monthly Bedfordview Night Market is held on the premises, transforming the fields into the biggest multicultural food and craft market in the city.

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Hotels & Accommodation

The suburb of Bedfordview is located a short 14 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport, making it an ideal stay-over for business travelers. Book your stay at a local B&B or one of the suburb's many hotels. The Nicol Hotel and Conference Centre is the most centrally located and offers ample opportunity to get out and explore the surrounding restaurants and shopping centres. The hotel features a 24-hour gym and outdoor pool for the fitness bunnies, as well as an on-site restaurant. If you're stay is strictly business related, book a room at the Mercure Hotel Bedfordivew. Situated directly opposite Eastgate Shopping Centre, this hotel is the ideal place for speedy Uber pickups to and from your meetings or back to the airport.

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Jobs

Thanks to its many retail outlets and shopping centres, Bedfordview offers many job opportunities to its residents and neighbours. It is a hub for small and large businesses, including doctors and dentists rooms, consulting agencies, construction companies, motor dealerships and real estate agencies. Due to its close proximity to the Germiston city centre and outlying areas, Bedfordview is regarded as a mecca for job opportunities in the East Rand. For many, it provides the opportunity to work near to home as well, as opposed to travelling to and from the Joburg CBD or Sandton each day.

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Property 

Bedfordview property is renowned for its size and stature. Many of the homes here reflect the area's rich history, featuring early 20th Century architecture and expansive outdoor space, ideal for large families. However, Bedfordview's most iconic building was just recently built and completed. The HQ Building and Office Park is a landmark of modern design. Situated adjacent to the Bedford Centre apartment complex, this building lights up brilliantly at nighttime. Bedfordview's property market is coveted for both residential and business listings to rent and buy. Whether you're in the market for a bachelor's apartment, townhouse, forever home or office space, Bedfordview offers prime real estate well worth you're investment.

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Municipal Services

The Bedfordview Licensing Office offers learner's and driver's licence testing, license renewal and temporary licences. Skip the queue and pop by their drive-through renewal centre, which is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday between 08:00 - 15:00, and on Wednesdays from 09:00 - 15:00. The suburb also boasts a large public library and rates hall situated along Hawley Road. The Bedfordview Municipal Clinic is located just behind the library, offering free health care services to the public.

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