Rural.. The Western Area Rural District is one of the 14 districts of Sierra Leone. It is one of the most ethnically diverse districts in Sierra Leone. No single ethnic group form a majority in the district. The Western Area Rural District is home to many different ethnic groups, including a significant population of the Krio and Sherbro people. The district is home to a large population of both Muslims and Christians.
Urban.... Western Area Urban District is one of the 14 Districts of Sierra Leone. It is by far the most populous district in the country. The Western Area Urban District exclusively comprises the entire city of Freetown, the national capital.It is the most diverse district in Sierra Leone, as it is home to a significant population of all of Sierra Leone's ethnic groups. Like in virtually all parts of Sierra Leone, the Krio language is by far the most widely spoken. It is also the wealthiest district in Sierra Leone, having the largest economy, financial and cultural center, as well as the seat of the country's central government.