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Bellville vs Durbanville: Crime Comparison

2026-2027 SAPS data

Durbanville had 611 fewer reported crimes than Bellville (929 vs 1,540 — 40% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Bellville

Bellville precinct

Total crimes

1,540

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↑ 13.2% more crimes

Crime split

255 violent · 313 property · 972 other

3 murders

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (190)

Durbanville

Durbanville precinct

Total crimes

929

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↑ 6.9% more crimes

Crime split

158 violent · 168 property · 603 other

9 murders

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (71)

Crime trend over time

Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.

At a glance

  • Durbanville had 611 fewer reported crimes (929 vs 1,540)
  • Most reported crime in Bellville: Theft from vehicle · In Durbanville: Theft from vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellville safer than Durbanville?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Durbanville had 611 fewer reported crimes than Bellville (929 vs 1,540 — 40% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Bellville vs Durbanville?

Bellville (Bellville precinct) reported 1,540 crimes, while Durbanville (Durbanville precinct) reported 929 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.