Situated approximately 10 km (6 miles) east the Cape Town central business district, Belgravia offers good connectivity via the N2,N1 and M5 highway .The suburb is also remembered for the "Trojan Horse Incident" of 1985, a significant event during the anti-apartheid struggle, commemorated by a memorial.Prominent landmarks include the Athlone Stadium, a major sports and community events venue, Athlone is a cultural hub with a diverse community, noted for its rich performing arts scene, including the Joseph Stone Auditorium and Athlone Little Theatre. The area has a strong community focus with active neighbourhood watches and a variety of religious institutions.The suburb features a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. Key amenities include Vangate Mall, a major shopping destination with a "Souk" area for specialty Indian/Malay goods, and local food institutions like The Wembley roadhouse,The Butchers Wife and Super Fisheries, known as the "inventor" of the local delicacy, the Gatsby sandwich. The area is well-served by numerous schools and healthcare facilities