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Heilbron Precinct

Fezile Dabi|2 suburbs
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Heilbron decreased 2.3% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 730 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 41.7% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Residential burglary (123 cases). Residential burglary saw the biggest increase (+36). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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About this data

These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more

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All these suburbs share the same crime statistics because SAPS reports data at precinct level.

Crime volume

High

in Free State · Moderate nationally

Reported crimes

730

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 2.3%

fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 41.7%

above 2018-2019

Crime in Heilbron decreased 2.3% vs Apr–Dec 2024, though crime levels remain high relative to other precincts.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Heilbron precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Residential burglary
123
Common assault
104
Serious assault
102
Malicious damage
62
Drug-related crime
46
Stock-theft
45
Aggravated robbery
40
Crimen injuria
35
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Residential burglary12387+36
Common assault104140-36
Serious assault102118-16
Malicious damage6264-2
Drug-related crime4637+9
Stock-theft4542+3
Aggravated robbery4041-1
Crimen injuria3538-3
Business burglary3446-12
Rape3212+20
Theft from vehicle2115+6
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs17170
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition93+6
Shoplifting815-7
Attempted murder73+4
Common robbery722-15
Culpable homicide770
Murder64+2
Vehicle theft514-9
Kidnapping42+2
Robbery at non-residential premises42+2
Carjacking31+2
Robbery at residential premises37-4
Arson24-2
Sexual assault23-1
Attempted sexual offences10+1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children110
Abduction000
Bank robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Public violence01-1
Robbery of cash in transit01-1
Truck hijacking000
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Data Sources & Notes

  • Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
  • SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
  • This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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