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Dordrecht
City in Eastern Cape, South Africa
Overview
Dordrecht is a charming and historic town in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, set amidst rolling hills and farmland. The city has a compact center, colonial-era architecture, and a friendly local atmosphere, making it a relaxing stop for road-trippers and nature lovers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Eastern Cape
Population
12,292
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-31.37°, 27.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$705
Local Cost
$410
Local Income
$250
Cashless
35
English
55
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
19.6°C
Winter Avg
6.8°C
Record High
40.1°C
Record Low
-6.5°C
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
636 mm
Internet Speed
3 Mbps
Upload
2 Mbps
Latency
278 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
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 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 55/100.
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