Buffelshoek Crime Statistics

Buffelshoek, Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom), North West — Latest SAPS Crime Data

A93/100

Very Safe

Total Crimes

-7.5% vs 2024

Crime Rate

268

per 100k

Safety Score

93/100

Grade A — Very Safe

Population

48,947

Crime Breakdown — Buffelshoek (2025)

Crime Category	Group	Cases	% of Total
All theft not mentioned elsewhere	other-serious	47	48.0%
Burglary at residential premises	property	16	16.3%
Commercial Crime	other-serious	15	15.3%
Stock Theft	property	11	11.2%
Malicious damage to property	contact-related	9	9.2%
Theft of motor vehicle and motorcycle	property	9	9.2%
Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm	contact	5	5.1%
Common assault	contact	5	5.1%
Burglary at non-residential premises	property	4	4.1%
Culpable homicide	other-serious	3	3.1%
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs	detected	3	3.1%
Robbery at residential premises	contact	3	3.1%
Crimen Injuria	contact-related	1	1.0%
Abduction	contact	0	0.0%
Arson	contact-related	0	0.0%
Attempted Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Attempted murder	contact	0	0.0%
Bank Robbery	contact	0	0.0%
Carjacking	contact	0	0.0%
Common robbery	contact	0	0.0%
Contact Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Drug-Related Crime	detected	0	0.0%
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition	detected	0	0.0%
Kidnapping	contact	0	0.0%
Murder	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 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 out of or from motor vehicle	property	0	0.0%
Truck hijacking	contact	0	0.0%

Buffelshoek Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Buffelshoek Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Buffelshoek Safe?

Yes, Buffelshoek is relatively safe.

Buffelshoek scores 93/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade A (Very Safe). With a crime rate of 268 per 100,000 people, Buffelshoek sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Buffelshoek can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.

vs National Average

-91%

Well below average

Year-on-Year

-7.5%

Crime decreasing

Top Crime

All theft not mentioned elsewhere

48% of all crime

Rank in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom)

1/15

Among safest

Crime breakdown in Buffelshoek

In 2025, Buffelshoek recorded 98 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Buffelshoek is All theft not mentioned elsewhere with 47 reported cases (48.0% of all crime in Buffelshoek), followed by Burglary at residential premises at 16 cases (16.3%) and Commercial Crime at 15 cases (15.3%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Buffelshoek has decreased by 7.5%, a positive sign for the Buffelshoek community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Buffelshoek?

The most reported crimes in Buffelshoek are All theft not mentioned elsewhere (47 cases), Burglary at residential premises (16 cases), Commercial Crime (15 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

How does Buffelshoek compare to other areas in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom)?

Buffelshoek has a crime rate of 268 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom), Buffelshoek is among the safer areas.

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