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Ottery, Cape Town

Ottery · 12.6 km to the city center (Cape Town)

Ottery, Cape Town, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Scores

Overall3.5Poor

This address is a noisy spot in a practical, suburban neighborhood far from the Cape Town city center. It is not very walkable and has almost no public transport, with night safety requiring extra care.

Walkability4.0/10 Poor
Public transport0.7/10 Very poor
Safety4.4/10 Poor
Nightlife0.0/10 Very little
Quiet4.0/10 Poor

Safety by day 5.3/10, at night 3.8/10.

About Ottery

Ottery is a mixed residential, commercial, and industrial suburb in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs. Streets include established homes, newer gated developments, busy arterial roads, and nearby rail infrastructure. The area is practical and suburban rather than tourist-focused, with shopping and everyday services nearby.

Good for

  • budget travelers
  • long stays
  • drivers
  • first-time visitors

Less suited to

  • quiet seekers
  • nightlife seekers
  • people with limited mobility
  • public transport users

Watch out for

  • Use reputable, pre-booked transport after dark rather than walking long distances.
  • Choose accommodation with secure parking, controlled access, and good exterior lighting.
  • Keep valuables out of sight in vehicles, especially near busy roads and shopping areas.
  • Ask hosts about current conditions on the specific street, as safety can vary within Ottery.
  • Avoid displaying phones or cameras while walking near transport routes and isolated areas.

Sources

Getting around

12.6 km to the city center (Cape Town).

What's nearby

Groceries

  • Foodland 430 m

Restaurants

  • KFC 690 m

Parks

  • Ailsa Public Open Space 760 m