Most Dense in Hamburg

Top 50 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Hamburg

1 Dulsberg 36,961/mi²
2 Eilbek 34,620/mi²
3 Ottensen 32,076/mi²
4 Barmbek-Nord 26,663/mi²
5 Hamm 25,843/mi²
6 Eppendorf 23,852/mi²
7 Steilshoop 20,456/mi²
8 Borgfelde 19,351/mi²
9 Winterhude 19,243/mi²
10 Wandsbek 16,684/mi²
11 Horn 16,624/mi²
12 Lurup 15,285/mi²
13 Rotherbaum 15,280/mi²
14 St. Pauli 14,222/mi²
15 Hamburg-Nord 13,615/mi²
16 Eimsbüttel 13,385/mi²
17 Farmsen-Berne 12,078/mi²
18 Alsterdorf 11,059/mi²
19 Marienthal 10,902/mi²
20 Billstedt 10,835/mi²
21 Stellingen 10,479/mi²
22 Eidelstedt 10,440/mi²
23 Osdorf 9,433/mi²
24 Rahlstedt 9,317/mi²
25 Altona 8,641/mi²
26 Niendorf 8,348/mi²
27 Poppenbüttel 7,874/mi²
28 Sasel 7,549/mi²
29 Othmarschen 7,124/mi²
30 Wellingsbüttel 7,079/mi²
31 Hamburg 6,389/mi²
32 HafenCity 6,240/mi²
33 Hamburg-Mitte 5,493/mi²
34 Ohlsdorf 5,375/mi²
35 Hummelsbüttel 5,262/mi²
36 Fuhlsbüttel 5,235/mi²
37 Hammerbrook 5,226/mi²
38 Volksdorf 4,578/mi²
39 Blankenese 4,215/mi²
40 Nienstedten 4,154/mi²
41 Bergstedt 3,941/mi²
42 Rothenburgsort 3,929/mi²
43 Wilhelmsburg 3,893/mi²
44 Neugraben-Fischbek 3,336/mi²
45 Harburg 2,805/mi²
46 Rissen 2,563/mi²
47 Lemsahl-Mellingstedt 2,309/mi²
48 Duvenstedt 2,248/mi²
49 Bergedorf 2,160/mi²
50 Finkenwerder 1,571/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Hamburg pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Dulsberg leads with 36,961 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Dulsberg has 36,961 people per square mile - that's roughly 58 people per acre.
  • 2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
  • 3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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