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Dorset Crime Statistics

Waterberg|1 suburb
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Dorset remained stable vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 57 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 100% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (44 cases). Drug-related crime saw the biggest increase (+5). 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 Low

in Limpopo

Reported crimes

57

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

→ 1.3%

no change vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 100%

above 2018-2019

Crime in Dorset has been relatively stable vs Apr–Dec 2024 (within ±2%).

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Dorset precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime
44
Residential burglary
5
Stock-theft
3
Business burglary
2
Culpable homicide
2
Arson
1
Abduction
0
Serious assault
0
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime4439+5
Residential burglary59-4
Stock-theft34-1
Business burglary220
Culpable homicide220
Arson10+1
Abduction000
Serious assault01-1
Attempted murder000
Attempted sexual offences000
Bank robbery000
Carjacking000
Common assault01-1
Common robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Crimen injuria000
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs000
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Kidnapping000
Malicious damage000
Murder000
Neglect and ill-treatment of children000
Public violence000
Rape000
Robbery at non-residential premises000
Robbery at residential premises000
Robbery of cash in transit000
Aggravated robbery000
Sexual assault000
Shoplifting000
Vehicle theft000
Theft from vehicle000
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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