Durban North lies between the N2 freeway and the eastern seashore, with the Umgeni River forming its southern boundary.

In November 1927, the company completed the iron girder Athlone Bridge across the Umgeni River to link the new suburb at Northway to the established area of Stamford Hill in the South.

[3][4] Following the completion of the bridge and enhanced access to the city, Durban North rapidly developed, followed by Virginia in the 1950s, and Glenashley in the 1970s.

Central Durban North is now officially known as Broadway, and is the commercial and educational hub of the area.

[12] At the site of the old Glenwood Old Boys' Club is Riverside Sports, which offers rugby and soccer fields along with two artificial turfs for hockey.

Independent higher education provider Varsity College has a campus in Durban North.