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Wolwefontein Crime Statistics

Wolwefontein, Sarah Baartman (Graaff-Reinet), Eastern Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data

A95/100
Very Safe
Total Crimes
21
+5% vs 2024
Crime Rate
215
per 100k
Safety Score
95/100
Grade AVery Safe
Population
13,006

Crime Breakdown — Wolwefontein (2025)

Wolwefontein Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Wolwefontein Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Wolwefontein Safe?

Yes, Wolwefontein is relatively safe.

Wolwefontein scores 95/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade A (Very Safe). With a crime rate of 215 per 100,000 people, Wolwefontein sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Wolwefontein can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.

vs National Average
-93%
Well below average
Year-on-Year
+5%
Relatively stable
Top Crime
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
33% of all crime
Rank in Sarah Baartman (Graaff-Reinet)
4/38
Among safest

Crime breakdown in Wolwefontein

In 2025, Wolwefontein recorded 21 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Wolwefontein is Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs with 7 reported cases (33.3% of all crime in Wolwefontein), followed by Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm at 5 cases (23.8%) and All theft not mentioned elsewhere at 4 cases (19.0%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Wolwefontein has increased by 5%, indicating a worsening trend for the Wolwefontein area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Wolwefontein?

The most reported crimes in Wolwefontein are Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (7 cases), Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (5 cases), All theft not mentioned elsewhere (4 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

How does Wolwefontein compare to other areas in Sarah Baartman (Graaff-Reinet)?

Wolwefontein has a crime rate of 215 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Sarah Baartman (Graaff-Reinet), Grahamstown is safer with a rate of 0 per 100k.

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