Swellendam Population 2026
Swellendam has a population of 20,993, making it the #228 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Western Cape. It is about 449× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,993
Rank in South Africa
#228
Coordinates
34.02°S, 20.44°E
~128 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
1,184 km
735 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | 4,772,846 | #2 |
| Paarl | 236,910 | #30 |
| Somerset West | 225,289 | #33 |
| George | 188,580 | #36 |
| Worcester | 127,597 | #53 |
| Stellenbosch | 96,228 | #71 |
| Atlantis | 82,736 | #86 |
| Mossel Bay | 78,940 | #87 |
Cities near Swellendam
FAQ
What is the population of Swellendam?
Swellendam has a population of 20,993 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #228 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Swellendam in?
Swellendam is located in Western Cape, South Africa.
Is Swellendam the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 1,184 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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