Odendaalsrus vs Welkom: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Odendaalsrus had 1,294 fewer reported crimes than Welkom (2,762 vs 4,056 — 32% difference).
Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus precinct
Total crimes
2,762
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
1,217 violent · 385 property · 1,160 other
13 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (565)
Welkom
Welkom precinct
Total crimes
4,056
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 13.8% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,180 violent · 909 property · 1,967 other
19 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (443)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Odendaalsrus had 1,294 fewer reported crimes (2,762 vs 4,056)
- Welkom is improving while Welkom is worsening
- Most reported crime in Odendaalsrus: Common assault · In Welkom: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Odendaalsrus safer than Welkom?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Odendaalsrus had 1,294 fewer reported crimes than Welkom (2,762 vs 4,056 — 32% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Odendaalsrus vs Welkom?
Odendaalsrus (Odendaalsrus precinct) reported 2,762 crimes, while Welkom (Welkom precinct) reported 4,056 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.