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).
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.