Middelburg vs Witbank: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Middelburg had 192 fewer reported crimes than Witbank (1,070 vs 1,262 — 15% difference).
Middelburg
Middelburg Mpumalang precinct
Total crimes
1,070
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 11.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
228 violent · 260 property · 582 other
5 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (111)
Witbank
Witbank precinct
Total crimes
1,262
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
370 violent · 270 property · 622 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (126)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Middelburg had 192 fewer reported crimes (1,070 vs 1,262)
- Middelburg is improving while Witbank is worsening
- Most reported crime in Middelburg: Theft from vehicle · In Witbank: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middelburg safer than Witbank?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Middelburg had 192 fewer reported crimes than Witbank (1,070 vs 1,262 — 15% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Middelburg vs Witbank?
Middelburg (Middelburg Mpumalang precinct) reported 1,070 crimes, while Witbank (Witbank precinct) reported 1,262 crimes. Note: these are precinct-level figures from SAPS, not suburb-specific counts.
Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics. Methodology · Disclaimer
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.