Most Dense in Free State

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Most Dense — Free State

1 Phuthaditjhaba 9,158/mi²

2 Viljoenskroon 7,953/mi²

3 Wesselsbron 7,822/mi²

4 Botshabelo 7,714/mi²

5 Bloemfontein 6,104/mi²

6 Parys 5,616/mi²

7 Hlohlolwane 2,873/mi²

8 Allanridge 2,590/mi²

9 Memel 2,487/mi²

10 Ficksburg 2,199/mi²

11 Lindley 1,619/mi²

12 Clarens 1,445/mi²

13 Petrusburg 1,377/mi²

14 Hertzogville 1,305/mi²

15 Winburg 650/mi²

16 Bethulie 545/mi²

17 Jagersfontein 391/mi²

18 Boshof 288/mi²

19 Thaba Nchu 262/mi²

20 Sasolburg 203/mi²

21 Welkom 164/mi²

22 Virginia 47/mi²

23 Bethlehem 41/mi²

24 Kutloanong 36/mi²

25 Bothaville 33/mi²

26 Odendaalsrus 29/mi²

27 Kroonstad 22/mi²

28 Frankfort 22/mi²

29 Deneysville 22/mi²

30 Ladybrand 16/mi²

31 Harrismith 15/mi²

32 Villiers 14/mi²

33 Senekal 13/mi²

34 Reitz 10/mi²

35 Theunissen 10/mi²

36 Phomolong 9/mi²

37 Heilbron 9/mi²

38 Bultfontein 9/mi²

39 Hennenman 9/mi²

40 Tshiame 8/mi²

41 Fouriesburg 7/mi²

42 Mamafubedu 7/mi²

43 Hoopstad 6/mi²

44 Marquard 6/mi²

45 Oranjeville 6/mi²

46 Vrede 6/mi²

47 Tweeling 5/mi²

48 Ventersburg 5/mi²

49 Wepener 5/mi²

50 Dewetsdorp 5/mi²

51 Vredefort 5/mi²

52 Zastron 5/mi²

53 Koppies 5/mi²

54 Kestell 5/mi²

55 Winnie Mandela 5/mi²

56 Excelsior 4/mi²

57 Tweespruit 4/mi²

58 Warden 4/mi²

59 Paul Roux 3/mi²

60 Koffiefontein 3/mi²

61 Rouxville 2/mi²

62 Jacobsdal 2/mi²

63 Edenville 2/mi²

64 Steynsrus 2/mi²

65 Dealesville 2/mi²

66 Smithfield 1/mi²

67 Edenburg 1/mi²

68 Trompsburg 1/mi²

69 Reddersburg 1/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Free State pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Phuthaditjhaba leads with 9,158 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. Phuthaditjhaba has 9,158 people per square mile — that's roughly 14 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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