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Modderfontein
City in Gauteng, South Africa
Overview
Modderfontein is a picturesque suburb in Gauteng, South Africa, known for its historic heritage and natural reserves. With a small population and tranquil vibe, it offers a peaceful alternative to the bustle of nearby Johannesburg.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Gauteng
Population
3,000
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-26.09°, 28.17°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,075
Local Cost
$740
Local Income
$800
Cashless
65
English
90
Temperature
17.1°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
11.0°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
-4.8°C
Humidity
55%
Precipitation
641 mm
Internet Speed
19 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
JNB
Distance
10 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 52/100.
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