Fish Hoek
Fish Hoek (Afrikaans: Vishoek, meaning either Fish Corner or Fish Glen) is a coastal town at the eastern end of the Fish Hoek Valley on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula in the Western Cape, South Africa. Previously a separate municipality, Fish Hoek is now part of the City of Cape Town. As a coastal suburb of Cape Town, Fish Hoek is popular as a residence for commuters, retired people and holidaymakers alike. The traditional industries of 'trek' fishing and angling coexist with the leisure pursuits of surfing, although nearby Kommetjie is usually favoured, sailing and sunbathing. There is an active lifeguard community who utilise the beach and bay for training.
Fish Hoek
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The view of Fish Hoek Bay from Elsie's Peak towards Clovelly. | |
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| Coordinates: 34.136°S 18.430°E | |
| Country | South Africa |
| Province | Western Cape |
| Municipality | City of Cape Town |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.45 km2 (5.19 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 11,890 |
| • Density | 880/km2 (2,300/sq mi) |
| Racial makeup (2011) | |
| • Black African | 9.7% |
| • Coloured | 5.1% |
| • Indian/Asian | 1.2% |
| • White | 82.2% |
| • Other | 1.9% |
| First languages (2011) | |
| • English | 83.0% |
| • Afrikaans | 12.6% |
| • Other | 4.4% |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (SAST) |
| Postal code (street) | 7975 |
| PO box | 7974 |
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