Most Dense in Gambia

Top 63 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Gambia

1 Banjul 01 6,657/mi²
2 Kanifing 01 1,234/mi²
3 Nema Kunku 05 1,170/mi²
4 Serekunda 01 1,098/mi²
5 Brikama 05 961/mi²
6 Farafenni 07 916/mi²
7 Sukuta 05 500/mi²
8 Faji Kunda 05 405/mi²
9 Busumbala 05 255/mi²
10 Welingara 05 246/mi²
11 Brufut 05 245/mi²
12 Sanchaba 05 222/mi²
13 Bununka Kunda 01 215/mi²
14 Bakoti 05 180/mi²
15 Kunkujang 05 177/mi²
16 Sinchu Alagi 05 174/mi²
17 Soma 02 173/mi²
18 Abuko 05 168/mi²
19 Latri Sabiji 05 166/mi²
20 Talinding 01 157/mi²
21 Basse Santa Su 04 151/mi²
22 Bakau 01 139/mi²
23 Gunjur 05 127/mi²
24 Lamin 07 120/mi²
25 Yundum 05 116/mi²
26 Kaimbujae NDing 05 109/mi²
27 Old Yundum 05 107/mi²
28 Farato 04 105/mi²
29 Kerr Serign 05 102/mi²
30 Bakau New Town 01 98/mi²
31 Tanji 05 97/mi²
32 Djalabango 05 97/mi²
33 Mandinari 05 91/mi²
34 Ibo Town 01 88/mi²
35 Jamisa 05 88/mi²
36 Sanyang 05 84/mi²
37 Essau 07 82/mi²
38 Sabi 04 81/mi²
39 Garawol 04 78/mi²
40 Kololi 05 77/mi²
41 Latri Kunda 01 77/mi²
42 Bijilo 05 73/mi²
43 Manjai Kunda 01 72/mi²
44 Alohungari 04 70/mi²
45 Dippa Kunda 01 68/mi²
46 Sinchu Sorry 05 68/mi²
47 New Jeshwang 01 67/mi²
48 Kotu 01 63/mi²
49 Banjul NDing 05 63/mi²
50 Koina 04 55/mi²
51 Badja Kunda 04 54/mi²
52 Kulari 04 51/mi²
53 Sinchu Balla 03 51/mi²
54 Tujering 05 49/mi²
55 Bansang 03 43/mi²
56 Barra 07 42/mi²
57 Jambanjali 05 35/mi²
58 Sifoe 05 33/mi²
59 Old Jeswang 01 29/mi²
60 Kartung 05 29/mi²
61 Gambissar 04 28/mi²
62 Brikama Ba 03 26/mi²
63 Madiana 03 23/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Gambia pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Banjul leads with 6,657 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. Banjul has 6,657 people per square mile - that's roughly 10 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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