Living in or staying in Cape Town Ward 104, Cape Town

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the places and stops around its center.

About Cape Town Ward 104

A modern, tranquil coastal and equestrian suburban district stretching across areas like Sunningdale, Parklands North, and rural fringes. Streets are wide and orderly, lined with contemporary gated complexes, family houses, and shopping plazas. The atmosphere is family-oriented and car-dependent, with residents walking dogs or commuting to schools and local retail hubs.

Good for

• families
• drivers
• retirees
• quiet seekers
• long stays

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• public transport users
• culture lovers
• budget travelers

Watch out for

• Opportunistic property crime and residential break-ins occur, with local security providers emphasizing perimeter vigilance and alarm monitoring.
• Carjackings and vehicle-related smash-and-grab thefts are reported periodically at major road intersections connecting through to Parklands and main commuter corridors.
• Walking alone after dark is advised against on quiet suburban residential streets and vacant undeveloped tracts due to mugging risks.

Sources

• Is Cape Town Safe? FCDO Advice, Areas and Scams
• South Africa Country Security Report
• Foreign travel advice: safety and security
• Travel advisory: level 2
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2022)