Norwood is a rapidly gentrifying suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa. It is located in Region E of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. It borders the suburbs of Orange Grove and Houghton. It is a garden suburb, with many of its homes dating back to the 1920s and 1930s.
Norwood
What suburbs are close to Norwood?
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters includes the suburbs of College Park, Evandale, Felixstow, Firle, Glynde, Hackney, Heathpool, Joslin, Kensington, Kent Town, Marden, Marryatville, Maylands, Norwood, Payneham, Payneham South, Royston Park, Stepney, St Morris, St Peters and Trinity Gardens.
What is the history of Norwood Johannesburg?
The History of Norwood
Most of its houses were built in the 1920s and 30s, giving the area a distinct nostalgic charm. During the 1950s, Norwood saw an influx of immigrant Italian families. The suburb thus became known as Joburg’s “Little Italy”, as many of these families opened up delis and restaurants.
What is the postal code for Norwood Johannesburg?
Norwood, City of Johannesburg – Postcode – 2192 – South Africa Postcode.