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Boithuso Crime Statistics

Mangaung|1 suburb|Part of Bloemfontein
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Boithuso increased 4.2% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 2,119 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 46.3% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Common assault (445 cases). Residential burglary saw the biggest increase (+73). 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

Crime volume

Very High

in Free State

Reported crimes

2,119

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 4.2%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 46.3%

above 2018-2019

Crime in Boithuso rose 4.2% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Boithuso precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Common assault
445
Serious assault
391
Residential burglary
239
Malicious damage
201
Drug-related crime
135
Aggravated robbery
124
Crimen injuria
119
Rape
84
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Common assault445473-28
Serious assault391402-11
Residential burglary239166+73
Malicious damage201217-16
Drug-related crime135110+25
Aggravated robbery124100+24
Crimen injuria119125-6
Rape8459+25
Attempted murder5624+32
Stock-theft4846+2
Business burglary3843-5
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs3450-16
Common robbery3035-5
Theft from vehicle2432-8
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition2320+3
Murder2320+3
Robbery at residential premises2319+4
Robbery at non-residential premises2021-1
Kidnapping1611+5
Culpable homicide1015-5
Neglect and ill-treatment of children1014-4
Public violence51+4
Sexual assault516-11
Arson440
Attempted sexual offences42+2
Carjacking42+2
Vehicle theft36-3
Robbery of cash in transit10+1
Abduction000
Bank robbery000
Contact sexual offences01-1
Shoplifting000
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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