Bolgatanga Neighborhood Guide

The Upper East capital, known for artisan crafts and serving as a base for Northern tourism.

3 neighborhoods ratedAvg rent: GH₵ 180 – 800/month

How Bolgatanga scores

Overall average: 4.9/10

City-wide ratings
Safety
Good7

Crime rates, street lighting, police presence

Schools
Fair5

Proximity to quality schools and universities

Markets
Good7

Access to markets, supermarkets, and shops

Healthcare
Fair5

Proximity to hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies

Nightlife
Poor3

Bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues

Transport
Fair4

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

Internet
Fair4

Fibre and mobile internet reliability

Water Supply
Fair4

Ghana Water reliability, borehole access

Cost of Living in Bolgatanga

Monthly estimates by budget tier

Estimated monthly total

GH₵ 1,290

per month

🏠RentGH₵ 450
💡UtilitiesGH₵ 180
🛒Food & GroceriesGH₵ 450
🚌TransportationGH₵ 120
📱Internet & PhoneGH₵ 90

Estimates may vary by neighborhood and lifestyle.

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Neighborhoods in Bolgatanga

Detailed scores and rent ranges for each area

Bolga Central
GH₵ 200550/mo

Regional capital centre with the famous craft market. Government offices and basic amenities nearby.

Government workersNGO staffCraft enthusiasts
Safety
7
Schools
6
Markets
8
Healthcare
6
Nightlife
4
Transport
5
Internet
5
Water Supply
4
Zuarungu
GH₵ 150400/mo

Outskirt area with very affordable housing. Quiet and close to nature. Limited but growing amenities.

Budget rentersNGO workersQuiet seekers
Safety
7
Schools
5
Markets
6
Healthcare
4
Nightlife
2
Transport
4
Internet
4
Water Supply
4
Sumbrungu
GH₵ 150450/mo

Semi-urban area near Bolgatanga. Mix of traditional and modern housing. Close to the polytechnic.

StudentsBudget rentersCommunity-oriented
Safety
6
Schools
5
Markets
6
Healthcare
5
Nightlife
3
Transport
4
Internet
4
Water Supply
3

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