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Aliwal North vs Burgersdorp: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Burgersdorp had 815 fewer reported crimes than Aliwal North (530 vs 1,345 — 61% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Aliwal North

Aliwal North precinct

Total crimes

1,345

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

→ Stable

Crime split

365 violent · 340 property · 640 other

5 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (195)

Burgersdorp

Burgersdorp precinct

Total crimes

530

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↓ 7.5% fewer crimes

Crime split

178 violent · 132 property · 220 other

4 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (87)

Crime trend over time

At a glance

  • Burgersdorp had 815 fewer reported crimes (530 vs 1,345)
  • Burgersdorp is improving while Burgersdorp is worsening
  • Most reported crime in Aliwal North: Serious assault · In Burgersdorp: Serious assault

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aliwal North safer than Burgersdorp?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Burgersdorp had 815 fewer reported crimes than Aliwal North (530 vs 1,345 — 61% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Aliwal North vs Burgersdorp?

Aliwal North (Aliwal North precinct) reported 1,345 crimes, while Burgersdorp (Burgersdorp precinct) reported 530 crimes. Note: these are precinct-level figures from SAPS, not suburb-specific counts.

Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics. Methodology · Disclaimer

This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.