Accra Neighborhood Guide

Ghana's vibrant capital city, home to bustling commercial districts and a growing residential market.

5 neighborhoods ratedAvg rent: GH₵ 800 – 4,500/month

How Accra scores

Overall average: 7.5/10

City-wide ratings
Safety
Good6

Crime rates, street lighting, police presence

Schools
Excellent8

Proximity to quality schools and universities

Markets
Excellent9

Access to markets, supermarkets, and shops

Healthcare
Excellent8

Proximity to hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies

Nightlife
Excellent9

Bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues

Transport
Good7

Tro-tro routes, taxis, and ride-hailing access

Internet
Excellent8

Fibre and mobile internet reliability

Water Supply
Fair5

Ghana Water reliability, borehole access

Cost of Living in Accra

Monthly estimates by budget tier

Estimated monthly total

GH₵ 4,150

per month

🏠RentGH₵ 2,500
💡UtilitiesGH₵ 400
🛒Food & GroceriesGH₵ 800
🚌TransportationGH₵ 300
📱Internet & PhoneGH₵ 150

Estimates may vary by neighborhood and lifestyle.

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Neighborhoods in Accra

Detailed scores and rent ranges for each area

East Legon
GH₵ 2,5004,500/mo

Tree-lined streets, gated compounds, and a growing tech hub. Popular with diplomats, entrepreneurs, and families.

FamiliesExpatsTech professionals
Safety
8
Schools
9
Markets
7
Healthcare
7
Nightlife
7
Transport
6
Internet
9
Water Supply
7
Cantonments
GH₵ 3,0004,500/mo

Diplomatic enclave with embassies, international schools, and quiet residential streets. Among Accra's safest areas.

DiplomatsFamiliesProfessionals
Safety
9
Schools
8
Markets
6
Healthcare
8
Nightlife
6
Transport
7
Internet
9
Water Supply
7
Osu
GH₵ 1,2003,000/mo

Accra's vibrant entertainment district. Oxford Street buzzes with restaurants, bars, and street food. Young and energetic.

Young professionalsCreativesSocial butterflies
Safety
6
Schools
6
Markets
9
Healthcare
7
Nightlife
10
Transport
8
Internet
8
Water Supply
5
Labone
GH₵ 2,0003,500/mo

Upscale residential area with a mix of old Accra charm and modern development. Close to Osu without the noise.

ProfessionalsCouplesRemote workers
Safety
8
Schools
7
Markets
7
Healthcare
7
Nightlife
8
Transport
7
Internet
8
Water Supply
6
Airport Residential
GH₵ 3,0004,500/mo

Premium area near Kotoka Airport with excellent healthcare access and corporate offices. Quiet and upscale.

Corporate executivesExpatsFrequent travelers
Safety
9
Schools
8
Markets
6
Healthcare
9
Nightlife
5
Transport
6
Internet
9
Water Supply
7

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