Middelburg vs Witbank: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Middelburg had 546 fewer reported crimes than Witbank (4,718 vs 5,264 — 10% difference).
Middelburg
Middelburg Mpumalang precinct
Total crimes
4,718
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 7.1% fewer crimes
Crime split
931 violent · 1,108 property · 2,679 other
17 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (414)
Witbank
Witbank precinct
Total crimes
5,264
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 4.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,494 violent · 1,284 property · 2,486 other
44 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (568)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Middelburg had 546 fewer reported crimes (4,718 vs 5,264)
- Most reported crime in Middelburg: Theft from vehicle · In Witbank: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middelburg safer than Witbank?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Middelburg had 546 fewer reported crimes than Witbank (4,718 vs 5,264 — 10% 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 4,718 crimes, while Witbank (Witbank precinct) reported 5,264 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.