Living in or staying in Clifton, Cape Town

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Scores

Safety by day8.0/10 Excellent
Safety at night7.0/10 Good
Quiet5.2/10 Fair
Walkability1.1/10 Very poor
Transport5.2/10 Fair
Nightlife0.0/10 Very little

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

About Clifton

An upscale, compact residential area on steep Atlantic-facing slopes, with modern villas and apartment buildings above a chain of sheltered coves. The streets are generally calm, while the beaches become livelier on warm weekends and holidays.

Good for

  • beach lovers
  • couples
  • luxury travelers
  • quiet seekers
  • nature lovers

Less suited to

  • budget travelers
  • nightlife seekers
  • people with limited mobility
  • public transport users
  • drivers

Watch out for

  • Use normal beach precautions and keep valuables out of sight, especially when the coves are busy.
  • Take care on steep routes and around the road above the beaches.
  • Swimming conditions can change, and lifeguard coverage is seasonal.

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