Eastern Cape
1.3M people
Metropolitan Municipality
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth offers excellent beaches, friendly atmosphere, and lower cost of living.
BeachesAutomotive IndustryFriendly PeopleWater SportsWildlife
Climate & Weather
Port Elizabeth enjoys mild weather year-round with warm summers and mild winters. Known for consistent winds.
Oceanic
Summer
25°C
Winter
20°C
Annual Rainfall
625mm
Timezone
SAST (UTC+2)
Governance
Municipality
Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality
Mayor
Gary van Niekerk
Districts
Port Elizabeth CBD
Summerstrand
Walmer
Newton Park
Motherwell
KwaZakhele
Infrastructure
Essential services and facilities
52
Police Stations
18
Hospitals
687
Schools
72%
Electricity Stability
Quality of Life Metrics
Index scores out of 100
Quality of Life65
Purchasing Power75
Safety55
Healthcare60
Cost of Living70
Traffic & Commute65
Pollution58
Climate80
Cost Trends
6-month historical data for Port Elizabeth