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Greytown
City in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Overview
Greytown is a small, historically rich town in the Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Known for its colonial buildings and lush natural surroundings, the city offers a slower pace and a welcoming local culture. Its strategic location makes it a gateway to rural attractions and the picturesque Umvoti River Valley.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Population
23,139
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-29.06°, 30.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$818
Local Cost
$452
Local Income
$350
Cashless
40
English
65
Temperature
17.5°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
12.8°C
Record High
41.9°C
Record Low
-1.0°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
971 mm
Internet Speed
165 Mbps
Upload
34 Mbps
Latency
22 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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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 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 2025-12-06.
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 63/100.
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