Cradock Population 2026
Cradock has a population of 43,936, making it the #135 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 214× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,936
Rank in South Africa
#135
Coordinates
32.16°S, 25.62°E
~896 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
756 km
469 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Gqeberha | 1,050,078 | #6 |
| East London | 478,676 | #13 |
| Kariega | 291,052 | #25 |
| Mdantsane | 205,504 | #34 |
| Mthatha | 164,848 | #39 |
| Bhisho | 137,287 | #50 |
| Queenstown | 118,599 | #58 |
| Qonce | 93,072 | #74 |
Cities near Cradock
- Middelburg22,380 people · ~94 km away
- Graaff Reinet62,896 people · ~103 km away
- Whittlesea33,844 people · ~113 km away
- Fort Beaufort58,419 people · ~117 km away
- Queenstown118,599 people · ~122 km away
- Alice18,141 people · ~133 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cradock?
Cradock has a population of 43,936 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #135 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Cradock in?
Cradock is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Cradock the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 756 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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