Heideveld got its name because the area used to have large grazing grounds (or field which is "veld" in Afrikaans) where a popular flower ("heideblommetjie") grew in abundance.

[citation needed] Heideveld has quite a few government facilities contrary to its size.

The players consists of the surrounding areas like Surrey Estate, Gatesvile, Rylands etc.

The roads and pavements in the area were heavily upgraded and the Willows and Heideveld Primary schools were completely rebuilt to modern and of higher quality than before, Its construction and the construction of the foot bridge are the most significant upgrades to the areas.

Most of Heideveld's economic activity is centered around Chain Food Land, Vangate Mall and Gatesville.