False Bay

Muizenberg

Surf and colour

6.0/10 · Safe

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Cape Town's surfing mecca with iconic colourful beach huts. A relaxed, family-friendly beach town with warm water, gentle waves, and a growing creative community.

Surfers Families Budget travellers

Safety

6.0

Safe

Tourist relevance: High

SAFE: Coastal False Bay suburbs. Muizenberg famous for surfing, colourful beach huts. St James tidal pool. Fish Hoek family beach. Tourist-friendly. Normal beach precautions. Safe.

Violent Crime

6.0

Property Crime

7.4

Gang Safety

No gang activity

Property & Rental Data Data as of Feb 2026

R12,750

1BR Rent/month

±R3,800 · n=42

R15000 – R15000

2BR Rent/month

R1.4M

Median 1BR Price

±R520K · n=28

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Pros & Cons

Pros

Warm water for swimming
Best beginner surf
Colourful beach huts
Affordable

Cons

Far from city centre
Train safety concerns
Some petty crime
Limited nightlife

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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.