Living in or staying in Cape Town Ward 110, 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 110

Encompassing parts of the southern suburbs and Cape Flats margin including Grassy Park, Lotus River, and Lavender Hill, the area features modest residential blocks, community schools, and lively local commercial strips. Life is neighborhood-focused, though significant security infrastructure is common.

Good for

• budget travelers
• culture lovers

Less suited to

• first-time visitors
• luxury travelers
• solo travelers
• nightlife seekers
• quiet seekers

Watch out for

• Gang activity and turf disputes have historically impacted sections of Lavender Hill and surrounding streets, posing severe risks during sudden flare-ups.
• Armed robbery, muggings, and opportunist theft targeting pedestrians are known concerns, making walking after dark strongly inadvisable.
• Vehicle-related crimes including carjacking and smash-and-grab thefts occur along busier connecting roads and intersections.
• Public transport nodes and informal minibus taxi ranks can experience tension or theft; private vehicle hire is generally recommended.

Sources

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