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Vredefort
City in Free State, South Africa
Overview
Vredefort is a small South African town renowned for the Vredefort Dome, the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact crater, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town offers a tranquil rural setting, proximity to outdoor activities, and glimpses into local culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Free State
Population
17,515
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-27.01°, 27.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$857
Local Cost
$470
Local Income
$350
Cashless
40
English
55
Temperature
17.7°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
10.7°C
Record High
41.0°C
Record Low
-5.9°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
538 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PCF
Distance
47 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 60/100.
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