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Neighborhood Directory

Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

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neighborhood Overture

Market Square

Central shopping zone Overture

Market Square is the main commercial hub with local shops, grocery stores, and several casual dining spots. The area is lively during the day and quiet at night.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Small local shopsOpen-air fruit vendorsBank branchesDaytime crowds

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 1

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 10

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 11

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 11 is a mostly residential area with several schools and civic facilities. Properties range from modest homes to newer developments along its edges.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity centersNew housing developments

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 12

Quiet suburban area Overture

Ward 12 covers residential suburbs north of Port Elizabeth with a mix of family homes and small businesses. Roads see moderate traffic and public transport options are limited.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsSmall retail centersCommunity parks

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 13

Quiet suburban Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 13 covers a mostly residential area with basic amenities and a mix of housing types. Services are uneven and infrastructure is aging in parts.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Community clinicsLocal schoolsRetail plazas

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 14

Quiet residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 14 is a residential ward in Port Elizabeth with working-class housing and basic amenities. Streets here mostly serve local traffic with some community services nearby.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local clinicsPrimary schoolsCommunity halls

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 15

Mixed residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 15 combines suburban housing with scattered small businesses. The area sees regular activity from families and commuters heading into Port Elizabeth.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Close to schoolsLocal shopping outletsAccess to main roads

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 16

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 16 includes mainly residential streets with scattered local businesses. The area is known for modest homes and active community groups.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local corner shopsCommunity centersPrimary schools

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 17

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 18

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 19

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 2

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 20

Residential township Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 20 includes parts of the New Brighton township in Port Elizabeth. The area is mainly residential with basic local shops and access to primary schools.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local primary schoolsCommuter taxi routesCommunity sports fields

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 21

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 22

Low-key suburb Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 22 covers a section of northwestern Port Elizabeth with mostly residential blocks, local shops, and schools. Traffic can be steady near main roads but side streets remain quieter.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Primary schoolsLocal shopping plazasAccess to R75 highway

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 23

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 24

Quiet suburban Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 24 covers a mix of suburban homes and some small local businesses. The area is mainly residential, with schools and parks nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity parksSmall shops

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 25

Suburban family-focused Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 25 is a residential area with mixed housing types. Community facilities and schools serve local families.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity centersMixed housing

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 26

Working-class residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 26 covers areas like KwaZakhele, mostly residential with a high population density. Services and infrastructure vary, with pockets facing service delivery challenges.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity health clinicsSmall shopping centers

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 27

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 28

Quiet suburban area Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 28 includes parts of suburban eastern Port Elizabeth, featuring residential streets with local schools and parks. Commercial activity is limited and most homes are single-family.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity parksResidential streets

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 29

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 3

Mixed residential and student Overture

Ward 3 covers parts of central Port Elizabeth, including areas with older residential buildings and pockets of student housing near the university. Businesses and services line the main roads, with quieter side streets.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Close to Nelson Mandela UniversityHistoric residential blocksMain road convenience

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 30

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 31

Mixed-use urban Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 31 covers parts of Port Elizabeth with mixed residential and commercial activity. The area sees regular traffic and offers basic services and amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
2/5
Local retail centersPublic transport accessSchools nearby

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 32

Residential suburb Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 32 includes suburban zones with a mix of modest homes and local businesses. Activity centers around small retail strips and schools.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity clinicsSmall retail centers

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 33

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 34

Mixed-use urban Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 34 covers parts of central Port Elizabeth including commercial blocks and historic housing. It hosts local businesses and some civic institutions.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Municipal buildingsHistoric homesLocal shops

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 35

Local residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 35 covers suburban streets with detached homes and small businesses. Basic amenities and schools are spread throughout the area.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Near MotherwellSeveral primary schoolsLocal shops

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 36

Working-class residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 36 is a mixed residential area with a blend of formal housing and informal settlements. Local shops and schools serve most daily needs for residents.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Community clinicsLocal primary schoolsSmall retail outlets

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 37

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 38

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 39

Working-class residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 39 covers part of Port Elizabeth with mixed residential and small business areas. Services and infrastructure quality varies within the ward.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local primary schoolsCommunity clinicsPublic transport links

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 4

Mixed urban zone Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 4 covers central and surrounding parts of Port Elizabeth, including areas with government offices and older residential blocks. Streets see steady traffic and weekday crowds.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Municipal services hubOlder residential blocksSteady weekday traffic

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 40

Suburban community Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 40 covers mainly residential areas with some community facilities. Public transit is available nearby and local shops are scattered throughout.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsPublic health clinicEasy highway access

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 41

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 41 is a mixed residential area with both formal housing and informal settlements. Local shops and schools serve daily needs for residents.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity centersVaried housing

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 42

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 43

Local residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 43 is a residential area located in the northern part of Port Elizabeth, with a mix of houses and basic shops. Public services are present but limited compared to central neighborhoods.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Primary schoolsCommunity clinicsLocal shopsBus routes

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 44

Quiet residential zone Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 44 is mainly residential with pockets of small businesses. Streets show signs of economic challenges and limited infrastructure upgrades.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local shopsSchoolsBasic amenities

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 45

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 46

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 46 covers a mix of residential blocks and some local businesses. Streets are mostly quiet, with schools and clinics nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity clinicsSmall shops

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 47

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 48

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 49

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 5

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 50

Suburban, working class Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 50 is a mostly residential area with pockets of informal housing and basic local services. It sees routine traffic from workers commuting to nearby industrial zones.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity clinicsAccess to industrial areas

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 51

Quiet suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 51 sits in the northern part of Port Elizabeth, mainly made up of residential zones with some basic local services. Community facilities and housing dominate the area.

Cost
$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsCommunity centersBasic shopping outlets

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 52

Quiet residential zone Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 52 lies inland and is mostly residential with a mix of modest homes and small businesses. There are no major attractions, but important shops and services are present.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local shopsSchoolsCommunity clinics

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 53

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 54

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 55

Low-density suburb Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 55 is a mostly residential area in Gqeberha with limited commercial activity and few major public venues. Most homes are modest and streets are quiet.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsSmall parksBasic retail

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 56

Quiet suburban Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 56 is a residential area in the northern part of Port Elizabeth, mostly made up of low-income housing. Commercial activity is limited and basic services are present.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Primarily residentialLocal schoolsCommunity centers

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 57

Family-focused suburb Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 57 covers parts of suburban Port Elizabeth. Residential streets are mixed with local shops and schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local primary schoolsNeighborhood parksSmall commercial centers

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 58

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 58 is a mainly residential area in Port Elizabeth with local facilities and schools. Streets are lined with houses, with some shops dotted throughout.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Primary and secondary schoolsLocal shopping centersCommunity parks

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 59

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 59 is a residential area with mixed housing and local shops. Daily life is shaped by schools, basic facilities, and steady commuter traffic.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity clinicsSmall retail shops

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 6

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Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 60

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 7

Suburban residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 7 is a residential area with some light industry and community facilities. Streets are fairly quiet, and most housing is low-density.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Community sports fieldsLocal schoolsLight industrial zone

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 8

neighborhood Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 9

Mixed residential Overture

Nelson Mandela Bay Ward 9 covers various residential zones with basic amenities. Some parts include informal housing and limited commercial activity.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local schoolsCommunity clinicsPublic transport links

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Sources: Overture Maps | OpenStreetMap

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