Northam Crime Statistics

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

F20/100

Very High Risk

Total Crimes

1,086

-9.2% vs 2024

Crime Rate

4,745

per 100k

Safety Score

20/100

Grade F — Very High Risk

Population

30,514

Crime Breakdown — Northam (2025)

Crime Category	Group	Cases	% of Total
All theft not mentioned elsewhere	other-serious	193	17.8%
Drug-Related Crime	detected	188	17.3%
Commercial Crime	other-serious	184	16.9%
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs	detected	121	11.1%
Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm	contact	109	10.0%
Burglary at residential premises	property	104	9.6%
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action	detected	97	8.9%
Common assault	contact	83	7.6%
Malicious damage to property	contact-related	52	4.8%
Burglary at non-residential premises	property	43	4.0%
Theft out of or from motor vehicle	property	43	4.0%
Common robbery	contact	31	2.9%
Other aggravated robbery	other-serious	31	2.9%
Rape	contact	31	2.9%
Shoplifting	other-serious	31	2.9%
Culpable homicide	other-serious	20	1.8%
Crimen Injuria	contact-related	15	1.4%
Attempted murder	contact	12	1.1%
Murder	contact	12	1.1%
Robbery at non-residential premises	contact	9	0.8%
Theft of motor vehicle and motorcycle	property	9	0.8%
Robbery at residential premises	contact	7	0.6%
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition	detected	5	0.5%
Neglect and ill-treatment of children	contact	5	0.5%
Stock Theft	property	4	0.4%
Carjacking	contact	3	0.3%
Arson	contact-related	1	0.1%
Attempted Sexual Offences	contact	1	0.1%
Kidnapping	contact	1	0.1%
Sexual Assault	contact	1	0.1%
Truck hijacking	contact	1	0.1%
Abduction	contact	0	0.0%
Bank Robbery	contact	0	0.0%
Contact Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Public violence	contact-related	0	0.0%
Robbery of cash in transit	contact	0	0.0%

Northam Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Northam Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Northam Safe?

No, Northam has high crime levels.

Northam scores 20/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade F (Very High Risk). The crime rate in Northam is 4,745 per 100,000 people, significantly above the national average. Take extra precautions in Northam, particularly after dark, and be aware of the predominant crime types in the area.

vs National Average

+55%

Well above average

Year-on-Year

-9.2%

Crime decreasing

Top Crime

All theft not mentioned elsewhere

18% of all crime

Rank in Waterberg (Lephalale)

20/25

Among highest risk

Crime breakdown in Northam

In 2025, Northam recorded 1,086 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Northam is All theft not mentioned elsewhere with 193 reported cases (17.8% of all crime in Northam), followed by Drug-Related Crime at 188 cases (17.3%) and Commercial Crime at 184 cases (16.9%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Northam has decreased by 9.2%, a positive sign for the Northam community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Northam?

The most reported crimes in Northam are All theft not mentioned elsewhere (193 cases), Drug-Related Crime (188 cases), Commercial Crime (184 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

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

Northam has a crime rate of 4,745 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Waterberg (Lephalale), Cumberland is safer with a rate of 75 per 100k.

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Roedtan	30,514	67	292	A (91)
Tuinplaas	30,514	89	390	A (89)
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