Bellville vs Durbanville: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Durbanville had 2,104 fewer reported crimes than Bellville (3,924 vs 6,028 — 35% difference).
Bellville
Bellville precinct
Total crimes
6,028
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
987 violent · 1,243 property · 3,798 other
11 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (714)
Durbanville
Durbanville precinct
Total crimes
3,924
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 9.8% fewer crimes
Crime split
636 violent · 821 property · 2,467 other
26 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (393)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Durbanville had 2,104 fewer reported crimes (3,924 vs 6,028)
- Durbanville is improving while Durbanville is worsening
- 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 2,104 fewer reported crimes than Bellville (3,924 vs 6,028 — 35% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Bellville vs Durbanville?
Bellville (Bellville precinct) reported 6,028 crimes, while Durbanville (Durbanville precinct) reported 3,924 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.