Klerksdorp vs Potchefstroom: Crime Comparison
SAPS data for Apr–Jun 2026
Potchefstroom had 31 fewer reported crimes than Klerksdorp in Apr–Jun 2026 (852 vs 883 — 4% fewer than Klerksdorp).
Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp precinct
Total crimes
883
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 23% fewer crimes
Crime split
231 violent · 207 property · 445 other
3 murders
Most reported crime
All theft not mentioned elsewhere (149)
Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom precinct
Total crimes
852
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 5.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
202 violent · 160 property · 490 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
All theft not mentioned elsewhere (186)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Potchefstroom had 31 fewer reported crimes (852 vs 883)
- Most reported crime in Klerksdorp: All theft not mentioned elsewhere · In Potchefstroom: All theft not mentioned elsewhere
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Klerksdorp safer than Potchefstroom?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Potchefstroom had 31 fewer reported crimes than Klerksdorp in Apr–Jun 2026 (852 vs 883 — 4% fewer than Klerksdorp). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Klerksdorp vs Potchefstroom?
Klerksdorp (Klerksdorp precinct) reported 883 crimes in Apr–Jun 2026, while Potchefstroom (Potchefstroom precinct) reported 852 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.