4th Avenue 17, Johannesburg
Houghton Estate · 4.6 km to the city center (Johannesburg)
The Residence Houghton, 17, 4th Avenue, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg Ward 73, Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, 1477, South Africa
Scores
This address is an affluent, tree-lined suburb located some way from the city center. While the area is safe during the day and fairly walkable, it has almost no public transport and is moderately noisy.
Safety by day 6.5/10, at night 5.5/10.
About Houghton Estate
An affluent, tree-lined Johannesburg suburb with large homes, quiet residential streets, and a polished, established feel. It sits between major business areas, so the pace is calm but well connected, with a mix of residences, offices, and a few high-end hotels and amenities.
Good for
- couples
- business travelers
- luxury travelers
- culture lovers
- first-time visitors
Less suited to
- nightlife seekers
- budget travelers
- students
- pet owners
- drivers
Watch out for
- Use normal city precautions at night, especially on quieter residential streets.
- Traffic can build up near the M1 and main arterials during peak hours.
- This is an upscale residential area, so late-night restaurant and nightlife options are limited.
- Distances are convenient, but trips to central Johannesburg or Sandton still depend on traffic.
Sources
Getting around
4.6 km to the city center (Johannesburg).
What's nearby
Groceries
- PNA 530 m
- Woolworths 550 m
- Quickshop 550 m
- Pick n Pay 640 m
Restaurants
- Litchie Tree 200 m
- Mango Tree 280 m
- Banana Tree 450 m
Health
- Clicks 560 m
Parks
- Chartwell Gardens 750 m