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Port Shepstone
City in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Overview
Port Shepstone is a relaxed coastal town on South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal south coast, known for its historic lighthouse, quiet beaches, and welcoming local community. It is a gateway to the Hibiscus Coast and offers a blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and practical amenities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Population
52,793
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-30.74°, 30.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$955
Local Cost
$543
Local Income
$370
Cashless
35
English
80
Temperature
20.5°C
Summer Avg
23.0°C
Winter Avg
17.8°C
Record High
37.5°C
Record Low
9.4°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1595 mm
Internet Speed
171 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MGH
Distance
17 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 3 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 2025-12-05.
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 68/100.
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