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Kokstad
City in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Overview
Kokstad is a lively town in the foothills of the Drakensberg, renowned for its rich heritage and proximity to natural attractions. It serves as the economic and administrative hub for the East Griqualand region and offers a blend of small-town charm and scenic landscapes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Population
61,751
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-30.55°, 29.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$867
Local Cost
$528
Local Income
$350
Cashless
40
English
75
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
19.0°C
Winter Avg
9.4°C
Record High
38.5°C
Record Low
-4.5°C
Humidity
68%
Precipitation
1152 mm
Internet Speed
51 Mbps
Upload
41 Mbps
Latency
27 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
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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 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. 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 55/100.
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