Hartbeesfontein Crime Statistics
Hartbeesfontein, Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom), North West — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Crime Breakdown — Hartbeesfontein (2025)
Hartbeesfontein Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Hartbeesfontein Crime Breakdown (2025)
Is Hartbeesfontein Safe?
Hartbeesfontein has moderate safety levels.
Hartbeesfontein scores 60/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade C (Moderate). The crime rate in Hartbeesfontein is 1,571 per 100,000 people, which is near the national average. Exercise normal precautions when moving around Hartbeesfontein, especially at night.
Crime breakdown in Hartbeesfontein
In 2025, Hartbeesfontein recorded 577 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Hartbeesfontein is Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm with 192 reported cases (33.3% of all crime in Hartbeesfontein), followed by Burglary at residential premises at 105 cases (18.2%) and All theft not mentioned elsewhere at 79 cases (13.7%).
Compared to 2024, crime in Hartbeesfontein has increased by 0.9%, indicating a worsening trend for the Hartbeesfontein area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common crimes in Hartbeesfontein?
The most reported crimes in Hartbeesfontein are Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (192 cases), Burglary at residential premises (105 cases), All theft not mentioned elsewhere (79 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.
How does Hartbeesfontein compare to other areas in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom)?
Hartbeesfontein has a crime rate of 1,571 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom), Buffelshoek is safer with a rate of 268 per 100k.
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Other Precincts in Dr Kenneth Kaunda (Potchefstroom)
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffelshoek | 48,947 | 98 | 268 | A (93) |
| Klerkskraal | 48,947 | 104 | 284 | A (92) |
| Makwassie | 48,947 | 500 | 1,363 | B (65) |
| Leeudoringstad | 48,947 | 523 | 1,424 | C (64) |
| Stilfontein | 48,947 | 536 | 1,461 | C (63) |
| Orkney | 48,947 | 621 | 1,692 | C (57) |
| Khuma | 48,947 | 768 | 2,092 | C (50) |
| Kanana | 48,947 | 1,198 | 3,263 | F (33) |
| Wolmaransstad | 48,947 | 1,341 | 3,653 | F (29) |
| Ventersdorp | 48,947 | 1,570 | 4,276 | F (24) |
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