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Basse Santa Su
City in Upper River, Gambia
Overview
Basse Santa Su, the largest town in Gambia's Upper River Region, lies on the banks of the Gambia River and is a key crossroads for trade and travel. Known for its lively markets, friendly locals, and laid-back atmosphere, it is a cultural hub in the east of the country.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Gambia
Division
Upper River
Population
14,380
Time Zone
Africa/Banjul
Coordinates
13.31°, -14.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
52
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
32
Monthly Cost
$505
Local Cost
$250
Local Income
$70
Cashless
10
English
55
Temperature
28.5°C
Summer Avg
28.8°C
Winter Avg
26.0°C
Record High
46.4°C
Record Low
10.4°C
Humidity
50%
Precipitation
839 mm
Internet Speed
2 Mbps
Upload
2 Mbps
Latency
249 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
3
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 54/100.
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