Most Dense in Sham Shui Po District

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Most Dense — Sham Shui Po District

1 Sham Shui Po 92,310/mi²

2 Nam Cheong 16,013/mi²

3 Mei Foo 9,848/mi²

4 Mei Foo Sun Chuen 7,987/mi²

5 Shek Kip Mei Estate 5,473/mi²

6 So Uk 4,059/mi²

7 So Uk Estate 4,015/mi²

8 Un Chau Estate 3,998/mi²

9 Shek Kip Mei 3,871/mi²

10 Pak Tin Estate 3,607/mi²

11 Hoi Lai Estate 3,441/mi²

12 Fu Cheong Estate 3,352/mi²

13 Cheung Sha Wan 3,205/mi²

14 Yau Yat Chuen 3,010/mi²

15 Lei Cheng Uk Estate 2,411/mi²

16 Lai Tsui Court 2,235/mi²

17 Tai Hang Estate (East & West) 1,555/mi²

18 Hoi Lok Court 1,552/mi²

19 Banyan Garden 1,395/mi²

20 Nam Shan Estate 1,329/mi²

21 Lai Kok Estate 1,328/mi²

22 Liberte 1,287/mi²

23 The Pacifica 1,200/mi²

24 Cullinan West 1,130/mi²

25 Parc Oasis 1,072/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Sham Shui Po District pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Sham Shui Po leads with 92,310 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. Sham Shui Po has 92,310 people per square mile — that's roughly 144 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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