The rich agricultural town of Hartbeesfontein is situated on an ancient geological feature known as the Hartbeesfontein basin (or KOSH basin), which is the source of the gold found on its southern rim.
Underground water occurs in abundance dolomitic aquifers of the region. Mostly grain farmers with large number of game and cattle farmers around the area. However more and more farms are constantly changing over to game farms.
Small agricultural town, for those seeking a slower and quieter lifestyle. Major shopping done in the close by Klerksdorp. Primary School, with school busses to Klerksdorp for High School.
