Philippolis Crime Statistics

Philippolis, Xhariep, Free State — Latest SAPS Crime Data

D35/100

High Risk

Total Crimes

162

-8% vs 2024

Crime Rate

3,111

per 100k

Safety Score

35/100

Grade D — High Risk

Population

6,942

Crime Breakdown — Philippolis (2025)

Crime Category	Group	Cases	% of Total
Common assault	contact	43	26.5%
Burglary at residential premises	property	37	22.8%
Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm	contact	33	20.4%
All theft not mentioned elsewhere	other-serious	25	15.4%
Burglary at non-residential premises	property	25	15.4%
Crimen Injuria	contact-related	12	7.4%
Stock Theft	property	12	7.4%
Malicious damage to property	contact-related	8	4.9%
Drug-Related Crime	detected	4	2.5%
Arson	contact-related	3	1.9%
Common robbery	contact	3	1.9%
Sexual Assault	contact	3	1.9%
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs	detected	1	0.6%
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition	detected	1	0.6%
Neglect and ill-treatment of children	contact	1	0.6%
Robbery at non-residential premises	contact	1	0.6%
Theft of motor vehicle and motorcycle	property	1	0.6%
Theft out of or from motor vehicle	property	1	0.6%
Abduction	contact	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%
Commercial Crime	other-serious	0	0.0%
Contact Sexual Offences	contact	0	0.0%
Culpable homicide	other-serious	0	0.0%
Kidnapping	contact	0	0.0%
Murder	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 residential premises	contact	0	0.0%
Robbery of cash in transit	contact	0	0.0%
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action	detected	0	0.0%
Shoplifting	other-serious	0	0.0%
Truck hijacking	contact	0	0.0%

Philippolis Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Philippolis Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Philippolis Safe?

No, Philippolis has high crime levels.

Philippolis scores 35/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade D (High Risk). The crime rate in Philippolis is 3,111 per 100,000 people, significantly above the national average. Take extra precautions in Philippolis, particularly after dark, and be aware of the predominant crime types in the area.

vs National Average

+1%

Above average

Year-on-Year

-8%

Crime decreasing

Top Crime

Common assault

27% of all crime

Rank in Xhariep

8/19

Mid-range

Crime breakdown in Philippolis

In 2025, Philippolis recorded 162 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Philippolis is Common assault with 43 reported cases (26.5% of all crime in Philippolis), followed by Burglary at residential premises at 37 cases (22.8%) and Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm at 33 cases (20.4%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Philippolis has decreased by 8%, a positive sign for the Philippolis community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Philippolis?

The most reported crimes in Philippolis are Common assault (43 cases), Burglary at residential premises (37 cases), Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (33 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

How does Philippolis compare to other areas in Xhariep?

Philippolis has a crime rate of 3,111 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Xhariep, Wanda is safer with a rate of 101 per 100k.

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Wanda	6,942	5	101	A (99)
Goedemoed	6,942	11	216	A (95)
Steunmekaar	6,942	11	216	A (95)
Gariepdam	6,942	28	533	A (85)
Springfontein	6,942	87	1,671	C (58)
Luckhoff	6,942	91	1,743	C (56)
Fauresmith	6,942	106	2,031	C (51)
Jagersfontein	6,942	167	3,212	F (34)
Rouxville	6,942	182	3,500	F (31)
Reddersburg	6,942	184	3,529	F (31)