List of Gaborone Most Populated Areas

Gaborone areas list according to total population (highest to lowest), showing rank, area name and population.


Gaborone Areas by Population Size (Descending)

RankAreaPopulation
1Gaborone City (Total)246,325
2Old Naledi18,050
3Gaborone West Extension 48 (Block 7)9,794
4Broadhurst (Extension 27)6,638
5Gaborone North (Extension 98)6,024
6Ledumang (Extension 48)5,901
7Gaborone West Extension 36 (Block 8)5,817
8Gaborone West Extension 3 (Phase 1)5,131
9Gaborone West Extension 6 (Phase 1)5,088
10Gaborone West Extension 69 (Block 10)5,037
11Gaborone West Extension 4 (Phase 1)4,917
12Extension 15 (Village)4,809
13Bontleng4,736
14Gaborone West Extension 43 (Block 5)4,689
15University of Botswana4,306
16Broadhurst (Extension 25)4,180
17Gaborone West Extension 35 (Block 8)4,133
18New Stance4,054
19Tsholofelo East (Extension 72)4,056
20Extension 16A (Broadhurst)3,909
21Glen Valley3,132
22Gaborone West Extension 11 (Phase 2)3,093
23Phiring (Extension 43)3,216
24Extension 7 (Sekgwa)3,203
25Gaborone West Extension 12 (Phase 2)3,301
26Broadhurst (Extension 26)3,347
27Maruapula (Extension 23)2,911
28Gaborone West Extension 39 (Block 6)2,807
29Tawana2,745
30Gaborone West Extension 30 (Block 3)2,701
31Gaborone West Extension 17 (Phase 4)2,516
32Gaborone West Extension 49 (Block 5)2,480
33Gaborone West Extension 25 (Block 9)2,034
34Segodi Park2,023
35Kgale Hill Township Extension 12,075
36Babusi2,109
37Talana Park2,121
38Teto Estate2,180
39Gaborone West Extension 40 (Block 6)2,076
40Gaborone West Extension 41 (Block 6)2,189
41Maruapula Extension (Universal Estate)2,194
42Gaborone West Extension 10 (Phase 2)1,520
43Tsholofelo East (Extension 71)1,566
44Gaborone West Extension 20 (Phase 4)1,597
45Gaborone West Extension 38 (Block 8)1,649
46Ginger (Extension 22)1,721
47Taung1,750
48Sebele1,804
49Maruapula Extension1,808
50Acacia Park1,380
51Golf Estate969
52Kgale Hill Township (Extension 28)506
53Gaborone Dam Area49
54Foreign Missions247
55Conservation Area61
56Industrial Area4

  • Gaborone City (Total) represents the aggregate population and is shown for reference.
  • Extremely small counts (industrial, institutional, or special-use zones) remain listed for completeness.
  • Extensions with identical names but different phases are treated as distinct census areas, consistent with your source data.

Gaborone

Gaborone is the largest city and administrative capital of Botswana, located in the southeastern part of the country near the South African border. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub, hosting government offices, corporate headquarters, educational institutions, and international organizations.

Total Population: 246,325


Major Urban Areas and Extensions

  1. Old Naledi
    • Population: 18,050
    • One of the oldest settlements in Gaborone, originally a township area.
  2. Ledumang / Extension 48
    • Population: 5,901
    • Primarily a residential area with significant urban growth.
  3. Gaborone West Extensions (Blocks 3–10, Phases 1–4)
    • Population: ~60,000
    • Series of planned residential and industrial extensions
    • Includes major Blocks like 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.
  4. Broadhurst (Extensions 16–27)
    • Population: ~25,000
    • Mixed residential and commercial area with industrial zones.
  5. University of Botswana and Academic Institutions
    • Population: 4,306
    • The University campus contributes a mix of student and staff population.
  6. Glen Valley
    • Population: 3,132
    • Residential estate area with schools and community facilities.
  7. New Stance & Tsholofelo Areas
    • Population: ~8,200
    • Planned residential estates, mostly in southern Gaborone.
  8. Acacia Park, Talana Park, Golf Estate, Teto Estate
    • Population: ~6,700
    • High-end residential neighborhoods with modern amenities.
  9. Industrial Zones & Commercial Areas
    • Include Gaborone International Commerce Park, Industrial Extensions, and other minor industrial areas
    • Population: relatively small residential component but key for employment.

Urban Characteristics

  • Residential: Highly segmented into extensions, blocks, and phases reflecting Botswana’s urban planning model.
  • Commercial: Central Business District (CBD) concentrated in Gaborone West and Old Naledi areas.
  • Industrial: Industrial areas distributed across Broadhurst and Gaborone West extensions.
  • Educational & Institutional: University of Botswana and government offices anchor the north-central areas.
  • Population Distribution: More densely populated in western extensions and older townships; high-end estates are less dense.

Significance

  • Gaborone is the economic engine of Botswana, hosting most corporate headquarters, banks, and service industries.
  • The city has experienced rapid growth due to rural-urban migration, with new extensions built to accommodate residential and commercial demand.
  • Planning and expansion are ongoing, with several extensions designed to provide housing, industrial opportunities, and recreational amenities.
List of Gaborone Most Populated Areas