Rawsonville at a glance

Come home to Rawsonville

The picturesque town of Rawsonville lies in the heart of the Breedekloof Wine Valley in the Western Cape province of South Africa. This small wine-growing and farming community is a mere 15-minute drive from Worcester and 90kms away from Cape Town.

The countryside town might be small, but it has lots to offer those who work in the surrounding areas and prefer a relaxed life in a place where everyone knows your name.

Statistics about Rawsonville, Western Cape

• The town is tiny, covering an area of only 2.5km². According to the last census, it is home to about 3 100 people, and 95% of residents speak Afrikaans.
• The community consists of 770 homes, an old-age home and several retirement units.
• It is surrounded by two mountain ranges and 22 wineries in the Breedekloof Wine Valley, which produces some of South Africa's finest wines.
• Summer temperatures can reach 38⁰C or higher in February and March, while the surrounding mountains experience snow in some of the winter months.

A church in Rawsonville. Image by Breedekloof Wine Valley

The property market in Rawsonville

Most houses in this Western Cape community are spacious and well-kept, with large gardens. While several small retirement homes are available, few flats, apartments and townhouses exist here.

Homes tend to be more affordable here than similar properties in Worcester. Information from Property24 indicates that the average selling price for properties sold between 2012 and 2021 ranges from R500 000 to just below R1.5 million, making these homes great value for money.

Development in the town is also slower than in neighbouring Worcester, which means open stands and opportunities to develop new units are still limited.

Rawsonville is nevertheless well-maintained by the Breede Valley Municipality. Roads are looked after, and the area is relatively safe due to active policing.

Image by Breedekloof Wine Valley

Lifestyle and entertainment

Most residents of Rawsonville work either at farms and agricultural facilities close by or in Worcester. The community is well established, and because of its small size, it is supportive and friendly.

The town is a popular destination for retirees who find its retirement properties and old-age home affordable. Property24's data shows that most owners are within the age range of 50 years and older.

That said, Rawsonville offers young adults and families just as much to enjoy. Because of its setting near mountains and rivers, Rawsonville is home to several extreme sports activities, including mountain biking, hiking, trail running and water sports.

Several restaurants have also made Rawsonville a popular destination with local and international tourists who visit the area's wine farms on weekends. These visitors are also drawn to attractions such as horse trails, quad bike and 4X4 excursions, ATKV Goudini Spa holiday resort and several wedding venues in the vicinity.

Shopping, health and education

A new supermarket provides all the necessities residents require, but with Worcester just 15 mins away, a trip to the mall is effortless.

Hospitals and clinics are also available in Worcester, including Worcester Hospital, Worcester Medi-Clinic and several specialist medical services.

The same can be said for schools. While children can attend Goudini-Bad Ngk Primary School near Rawsonville, several parents send their children to schools in Worcester, such as Worcester Gymnasium, Iris Qwela Primary School, Victoria Park Primary School, Breërivier High School, Drostdy Technical High School, Esselen Park Secondary School, Montana High School and Worcester Secondary School.

Meet NS Property Solutions Rawsonville

Minette Huisamen

Minette is NS Property Solutions' estate agent in Rawsonville. Her deep-seated love for her fellow human is what drew her to the estate agency world. On top of that, she's a passionate go-getter, making her a powerful asset to any homeowner.

Minette brings a wealth of experience with her, including love and appreciation for highly effective marketing strategies.

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Main image by Breedekloof Wine Valley