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Bultfontein Precinct

Lejweleputswa|2 suburbs
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Bultfontein decreased 11.8% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 608 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 0.1% in line with its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Common assault (127 cases). Stock-theft saw the biggest decrease (-30). 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

608

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 11.8%

fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

→ 0.1%

in line with 2018-2019

Crime in Bultfontein decreased 11.8% 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 Bultfontein precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Common assault
127
Serious assault
104
Crimen injuria
43
Malicious damage
43
Residential burglary
40
Attempted murder
37
Drug-related crime
36
Business burglary
27
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Common assault127150-23
Serious assault104113-9
Crimen injuria4331+12
Malicious damage4349-6
Residential burglary4041-1
Attempted murder3748-11
Drug-related crime3640-4
Business burglary2738-11
Stock-theft2656-30
Aggravated robbery2325-2
Rape2116+5
Common robbery137+6
Murder109+1
Theft from vehicle924-15
Kidnapping85+3
Robbery at non-residential premises75+2
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs62+4
Shoplifting69-3
Vehicle theft61+5
Culpable homicide53+2
Attempted sexual offences23-1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children20+2
Robbery at residential premises23-1
Sexual assault29-7
Arson110
Contact sexual offences10+1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition12-1
Abduction000
Bank robbery000
Carjacking000
Public violence000
Robbery of cash in transit000
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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