Firgrove vs New Scheme - Neighbourhood Comparison
Side-by-side comparison across safety, property values, schools, healthcare, civic responsiveness, and transport. Data sourced from official government records.
Side-by-side metrics
| Metric | Firgrove | New Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 88/100 | 88/100 |
| Risk profile | Lower reported crime | Lower reported crime |
| Median property valuation | R700K | R300K |
| Property value percentile | 22% | 23% |
| Valuation growth (CAGR) | 2.3% | 17.7% |
| Schools | 1 | 0 |
| Matric pass rate | N/A | N/A |
| Healthcare facilities within 5 km | 1 | 1 |
| Nearest healthcare facility | 2.2 km | 0.8 km |
| Civic responsiveness percentile | 25% | 78% |
| Minibus taxi routes | 41 | 29 |
Green indicates the higher-performing value per metric. Safety scores are relative indices - not absolute safety measures. Property valuations are from the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022, not market transaction prices.
Key differences
- Firgrove has higher median property valuations than New Scheme, based on the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022.
- Firgrove has more schools nearby (1), which may indicate greater educational choice.
Frequently asked questions
How does Firgrove compare to New Scheme for safety?
Firgrove has a safety score of 88/100 (Lower reported crime), while New Scheme scores 88/100 (Lower reported crime). These are relative indices based on reported crime - not absolute measures of safety.
Which suburb has higher property values - Firgrove or New Scheme?
Firgrove has a median property valuation of R700K and New Scheme has R300K, based on the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022. These are municipal valuations, not market transaction prices.
What schools are near Firgrove and New Scheme?
Firgrove has 1 schools nearby, while New Scheme has 0. School data is sourced from the DBE EMIS masterlist.