Most Dense in North West

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Most Dense — North West

1 Hammanskraal 38,549/mi²

2 Coligny 12,322/mi²

3 Ga-Rankuwa 4,513/mi²

4 Rustenburg 3,427/mi²

5 Brits 2,766/mi²

6 Potchefstroom 2,507/mi²

7 Hartbeespoort 550/mi²

8 Klerksdorp 143/mi²

9 Fochville 84/mi²

10 Orkney 69/mi²

11 Stilfontein 59/mi²

12 Schweizer-Reneke 40/mi²

13 Mafikeng 36/mi²

14 Mmabatho 36/mi²

15 Letlhabile 30/mi²

16 Jan Kempdorp 29/mi²

17 Lichtenburg 23/mi²

18 Wolmaransstad 22/mi²

19 Hartbeestfontein-A 21/mi²

20 Ventersdorp 18/mi²

21 Marikana 16/mi²

22 Carousel View 14/mi²

23 Vryburg 14/mi²

24 Koster 14/mi²

25 Hartbeesfontein 14/mi²

26 Bloemhof 13/mi²

27 Christiana 10/mi²

28 Ottosdal 9/mi²

29 Itsoseng 8/mi²

30 Swartruggens 8/mi²

31 Leeudoringstad 7/mi²

32 Makwassie 7/mi²

33 Zeerust 7/mi²

34 Maile 7/mi²

35 Monnakato 6/mi²

36 Phatsima 6/mi²

37 Sannieshof 5/mi²

38 Delareyville 5/mi²

39 Mogwase 5/mi²

40 Umzimhle 5/mi²

41 Amalia 4/mi²

42 Mooinooi 3/mi²

43 Lehurutshe 3/mi²

44 Itekeng 2/mi²

45 Stella 1/mi²

46 Boipelo 1/mi²

The most densely populated cities in North West pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Hammanskraal leads with 38,549 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. Hammanskraal has 38,549 people per square mile — that's roughly 60 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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