[1] The region forms part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality and encompasses a collection of interconnected suburban communities stretching from Kloof in the east to Botha's Hill in the west.

The region has experienced substantial residential growth since the 2000s, with numerous gated communities and estates being developed such as Cotswold Downs, Plantations, Camelot and Emberton amongst others.

[17] The area is home to several prominent educational institutions, including: The region's transportation network is anchored by the M13 (King Cetshwayo Highway), which serves as the primary east-west corridor connecting Durban to Pietermaritzburg (via the N3).

The area's road infrastructure is complemented by several significant routes: The N3 (Western Freeway) skirts the region's southern edge, providing an additional link between Durban and Pietermaritzburg.

[18][19] Until December 2023, the area maintained a distinct vehicular identity through its "NU" registration plate prefix, representing Natal Upper Highway.