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Bo-Kaap
Colourful and cultural
6.5/10 · SafeCrime Report
Bo-Kaap Crime Data
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Bo-Kaap β Tips & Insights
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Read GuideCape Town's most photographed neighbourhood with its iconic rainbow-coloured houses. Rich Cape Malay heritage, cobblestone streets, and the famous Bo-Kaap Museum.
Safety
6.5
Safe
Tourist relevance: High
SAFE: V&A Waterfront is Cape Town's premier attraction - heavily secured, CCTV, controlled access. Very safe. CBD/Foreshore mixed - Waterfront side good, some rough areas in CBD after dark. Overall safe for tourists with normal precautions.
Violent Crime
6.0
Property Crime
7.4
Gang Safety
No gang activity
Property & Rental Data Data as of Feb 2026
R15,000
1BR Rent/month
Β±R4,500
Β· n=22
R19000 β R19000
2BR Rent/month
R2.5M
Median 1BR Price
Β±R850K
Β· n=14
R30000
Price per mΒ²
5662
Airbnb Listings
R1400
Avg Nightly Rate
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Iconic colourful houses
- Rich Cape Malay culture
- Central location
- Great spice shops
Cons
- Tourist crowds during day
- Steep cobblestone streets
- Limited parking
- Small neighbourhood
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Disclaimer
Safety scores and property data are estimates based on publicly available sources and may not reflect current conditions. Always exercise personal judgement and conduct your own research before making housing or travel decisions.