Bulgerivier Crime Statistics

Bulgerivier, Waterberg (Lephalale), Limpopo — Latest SAPS Crime Data

A93/100

Very Safe

Total Crimes

+47.4% vs 2024

Crime Rate

246

per 100k

Safety Score

93/100

Grade A — Very Safe

Population

30,514

Crime Breakdown — Bulgerivier (2025)

Crime Category	Group	Cases	% of Total
Drug-Related Crime	detected	51	91.1%
All theft not mentioned elsewhere	other-serious	5	8.9%
Burglary at residential premises	property	4	7.1%
Commercial Crime	other-serious	4	7.1%
Stock Theft	property	3	5.4%
Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm	contact	1	1.8%
Attempted murder	contact	1	1.8%
Common assault	contact	1	1.8%
Culpable homicide	other-serious	1	1.8%
Malicious damage to property	contact-related	1	1.8%
Murder	contact	1	1.8%
Abduction	contact	0	0.0%
Arson	contact-related	0	0.0%
Attempted Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Bank Robbery	contact	0	0.0%
Burglary at non-residential premises	property	0	0.0%
Carjacking	contact	0	0.0%
Common robbery	contact	0	0.0%
Contact Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Crimen Injuria	contact-related	0	0.0%
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs	detected	0	0.0%
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition	detected	0	0.0%
Kidnapping	contact	0	0.0%
Neglect and ill-treatment of children	contact	0	0.0%
Other aggravated robbery	other-serious	0	0.0%
Public violence	contact-related	0	0.0%
Rape	contact	0	0.0%
Robbery at non-residential premises	contact	0	0.0%
Robbery at residential premises	contact	0	0.0%
Robbery of cash in transit	contact	0	0.0%
Sexual Assault	contact	0	0.0%
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action	detected	0	0.0%
Shoplifting	other-serious	0	0.0%
Theft of motor vehicle and motorcycle	property	0	0.0%
Theft out of or from motor vehicle	property	0	0.0%
Truck hijacking	contact	0	0.0%

Bulgerivier Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Bulgerivier Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Bulgerivier Safe?

Yes, Bulgerivier is relatively safe.

Bulgerivier scores 93/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade A (Very Safe). With a crime rate of 246 per 100,000 people, Bulgerivier sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Bulgerivier can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.

vs National Average

-92%

Well below average

Year-on-Year

+47.4%

Crime increasing

Top Crime

Drug-Related Crime

91% of all crime

Rank in Waterberg (Lephalale)

4/25

Among safest

Crime breakdown in Bulgerivier

In 2025, Bulgerivier recorded 56 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Bulgerivier is Drug-Related Crime with 51 reported cases (91.1% of all crime in Bulgerivier), followed by All theft not mentioned elsewhere at 5 cases (8.9%) and Burglary at residential premises at 4 cases (7.1%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Bulgerivier has increased by 47.4%, indicating a worsening trend for the Bulgerivier area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Bulgerivier?

The most reported crimes in Bulgerivier are Drug-Related Crime (51 cases), All theft not mentioned elsewhere (5 cases), Burglary at residential premises (4 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

How does Bulgerivier compare to other areas in Waterberg (Lephalale)?

Bulgerivier has a crime rate of 246 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Waterberg (Lephalale), Cumberland is safer with a rate of 75 per 100k.

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Dorset	30,514	62	272	A (92)
Roedtan	30,514	67	292	A (91)
Tuinplaas	30,514	89	390	A (89)
Rooiberg	30,514	113	495	A (86)
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Pienaarsrivier	30,514	212	927	B (75)