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Bothaville Precinct

Lejweleputswa|2 suburbs
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Bothaville increased 6.5% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 1,975 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026, and is 19.3% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Common assault (309 cases). All theft not mentioned elsewhere saw the biggest increase (+55). 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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BothavilleKgotsong

Crime volume

Very High

in Free State · High nationally

Reported crimes

1,975

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↑ 6.5%

more crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 19.3%

above 2018-2019

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Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Bothaville rose 6.5% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Bothaville precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Common assault		309
Serious assault		256
All theft not mentioned elsewhere		225
Residential burglary		172
Attempted murder		132
Malicious damage		132
Business burglary		99
Commercial crime		93
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Common assault309353-44
Serious assault256227+29
All theft not mentioned elsewhere225170+55
Residential burglary172130+42
Attempted murder132146-14
Malicious damage132131+1
Business burglary9994+5
Commercial crime9390+3
Rape8869+19
Aggravated robbery8779+8
Crimen injuria7970+9
Drug-related crime6256+6
Theft from vehicle4627+19
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs3128+3
Shoplifting2633-7
Common robbery2330-7
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action1815+3
Kidnapping1715+2
Stock-theft1623-7
Murder1518-3
Sexual assault1412+2
Culpable homicide85+3
Vehicle theft880
Arson73+4
Attempted sexual offences65+1
Abduction21+1
Contact sexual offences220
Neglect and ill-treatment of children23-1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition01-1
Public violence010-10
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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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