Most Dense in Kowloon City

Top 31 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Kowloon City

1 Kowloon City 56,509/mi²

2 Kowloon City Centre 26,220/mi²

3 Kowloon West End 10,082/mi²

4 Tsim Sha Tsui 5,889/mi²

5 Kai Tak 5,743/mi²

6 Whampoa 5,281/mi²

7 Wang Tau Hom 4,718/mi²

8 Whampoa Garden 4,054/mi²

9 Ma Tau Wai 2,724/mi²

10 Ho Man Tin 2,676/mi²

11 Sung Wong Toi 2,575/mi²

12 Kowloon Tong 2,544/mi²

13 Tak Long Estate 2,526/mi²

14 Hok Yuen 2,441/mi²

15 Laguna Verde 2,441/mi²

16 Kadoorie 2,351/mi²

17 Oi Man Estate 2,349/mi²

18 To Kwa Wan 2,111/mi²

19 Prince Edward 2,089/mi²

20 Ma Tau Kok 1,943/mi²

21 Hung Hom 1,857/mi²

22 Laguna Verde (Estate) 1,709/mi²

23 Ho Man Tin Estate 1,664/mi²

24 Kai Ching Estate 1,603/mi²

25 Lok Man Sun Chuen 1,174/mi²

26 Chong Chien Court - Wyler Gardens 910/mi²

27 Hung Hom Estate 910/mi²

28 Harbour Place 905/mi²

29 Whampoa Estate 897/mi²

30 Ka Wai Chuen 895/mi²

31 Sky Tower 766/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Kowloon City pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Kowloon City leads with 56,509 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. Kowloon City has 56,509 people per square mile — that's roughly 88 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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