Pick n Pay Ferndale on Republic: The 3,463 Square Metre Relocated Store Reported for 2019

Quick answer: A Randburg Sun article reported that a newly renovated and relocated Pick n Pay of 3,463 square metres was due to open at Ferndale on Republic Shopping Centre in April 2019, without giving a street address. A property listing places the centre in Ferndale, Randburg, on Republic Road. We could not verify the store's current hours, services or specials, so we state none, and the 2019 report may be out of date. To confirm today's details, use the Pick n Pay store locator, search "Pick n Pay Ferndale on Republic" in a map app, read recent reviews and phone the store.

Last updated: October 2026. The 2019 opening report comes from a Randburg Sun article seen in search results; we found no later confirmation. Worked numbers are invented.

Background: a large supermarket relocated within a centre

A store of 3,463 square metres is a substantial supermarket, big enough for a full fresh range, a bakery, a butchery, a wide pantry section and some general merchandise. Relocation within a centre often happens when a retailer moves to a larger or better-positioned unit, sometimes as part of the centre's redevelopment. The new store usually brings a fresh layout, new equipment and updated ranging. For shoppers, a relocation means that the old address may no longer apply, and signage and parking may have changed.

The Ferndale area of Randburg lies in northern Johannesburg, close to major roads and with a mix of residential and commercial properties. A shopping centre on Republic Road benefits from heavy traffic and a large catchment. A supermarket anchor typically draws shoppers who then use other shops in the centre, such as pharmacies, banks and restaurants. The 2019 opening was therefore significant for local retail. Seven years on, the store may have been refitted again, changed format or operating hours, so current details should be verified.

Verifying and planning

Search for the store name in a map app and check the pin, the hours and recent reviews. Open the Pick n Pay locator to see the store's listing. Phone to ask: Are you open today and until when? Do you have a bakery, butchery, pharmacy or liquor outlet nearby? Do you take Smart Shopper? Do you handle Asap deliveries? Ask also about parking and security. A large store in a busy centre may be crowded at peak times, so plan to shop on weekday mornings if you can.

Use the size to your advantage. A store of this scale can stock larger packs, a wider range and more fresh options. Plan a monthly shop around its strengths, using a list. On invented numbers, a R3,000 monthly basket with R150 of Smart Price savings is a 5% saving. If a closer, smaller store charges R120 more for the same items, the larger store wins after R40 of fuel. Compare unit prices on staples. Consider delivery for heavy items if the fee is lower than your effort and fuel. Keep your slip and check discounts. If the Pick n Pay offers are not quite what you need, it is worth comparing them with the latest Checkers catalogue and the current Take n Pay catalogue before you decide.

Item	Detail	Source quality
Reported store size	3,463 square metres	Randburg Sun article
Reported opening	April 2019 (renovated and relocated)	Randburg Sun article
Current hours and services	Not verified	Phone the store

Consumer tips

Under the Consumer Protection Act, prices must not mislead and goods must be of good quality; if the till price differs from the shelf, ask for correction. Be alert in car parks and keep valuables out of sight. Use the digital card and the app to avoid handling cash.

Beware of scams that use the Pick n Pay name to offer vouchers or jobs for fees. Official offers come from the app and the group's channels. If the store has changed, check the locator for the nearest alternative. A report from 2019 gives you a clue, not a current fact; verify before you travel, and enjoy the benefits of a large, well-stocked supermarket by planning your visit carefully.

A store of this size can also support click-and-collect or delivery picking from a dedicated area, which is useful if you prefer to order ahead. Ask whether the store offers a collection point, what the cut-off times are and whether a minimum order applies. For large families, ask about monthly order arrangements, since a big store is often better placed to hold stock for regular customers.

Frequently asked questions

How big was the Ferndale on Republic store?

3,463 square metres, according to a 2019 report.

Is the store still open?

We could not verify; check the locator and phone.

Where is it?

The centre is in Ferndale, Randburg, on Republic Road; confirm the address.

Sources

• Randburg Sun (Citizen): Ferndale on Republic Shopping Centre takes shape; property listing for Ferndale, Randburg (as seen in search results)
• Consumer Protection Act