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Mothotlung Crime Statistics

Bojanala|1 suburb
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Mothotlung remained stable vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 638 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 64.9% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (185 cases). Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs saw the biggest increase (+23). 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

Moderate

in North West

Reported crimes

638

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

→ 1.4%

no change vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 64.9%

above 2018-2019

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

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Mothotlung precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime
185
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
109
Serious assault
84
Common assault
74
Aggravated robbery
40
Malicious damage
38
Residential burglary
28
Common robbery
19
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime185164+21
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs10986+23
Serious assault8499-15
Common assault7470+4
Aggravated robbery4045-5
Malicious damage3822+16
Residential burglary2825+3
Common robbery1915+4
Stock-theft91+8
Rape818-10
Carjacking76+1
Kidnapping72+5
Robbery at residential premises770
Business burglary413-9
Robbery at non-residential premises411-7
Neglect and ill-treatment of children38-5
Vehicle theft311-8
Theft from vehicle37-4
Truck hijacking20+2
Attempted murder14-3
Attempted sexual offences110
Public violence10+1
Shoplifting16-5
Abduction000
Arson01-1
Bank robbery000
Contact sexual offences02-2
Crimen injuria000
Culpable homicide000
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Murder04-4
Robbery of cash in transit000
Sexual assault01-1
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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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