South African Police Service (SAPS) Data — Updated Quarterly

Safest Suburbs in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela)

Looking for the safest areas in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela)? Based on the latest SAPS crime statistics (2025), these are the Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) suburbs with the lowest crime rates, ranked from safest to least safe across all 29 police precincts.

All Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) Suburbs Ranked by Safety

RankPrecinctCrime RateViolent Crime RateSafety Grade
1Pilgrim's Rest8750A
2Low's Creek10134A
3Skukuza1029A
4Kaapmuiden13327A
5Maartenshoop16245A
6Ngodwana16975A
7Dientjie17873A
8Graskop31368A
9Mbuzini347167A
10Malelane46072A
11Kamhlushwa589298A
12Sabie679249A
13Komatipoort751163B
14Matsulu773305B
15Hazyview995377B
16Schoemansdal1,225635B
17Tonga1,589755C
18Mhala1,621775C
19Kanyamazane1,640761C
20Lydenburg1,926520C
21Acornhoek2,1881,088D
22Witrivier2,202655D
23Calcutta2,3041,222D
24Masoyi2,3051,277D
25Bushbuckridge2,5141,291D
26Pienaar2,8491,757D
27Kabokweni2,9521,696D
28Barberton3,2371,369F
29Nelspruit6,1921,435F

Crime rate = reported crimes per 100,000 people. Source: SAPS 2025.

Is Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) Safe to Live In?

Safety in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) varies significantly depending on the suburb. Of the 29 police precincts in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela), 16 are rated A or B (Safe to Very Safe), while 9 are rated D or F (High Risk to Very High Risk).

The safest suburb is Pilgrim's Rest with a crime rate of just 87 per 100,000 and a safety grade of A (Very Safe). In contrast, Nelspruit has the highest crime rate at 6,192 per 100,000, earning a grade of F (Very High Risk).

When choosing where to live in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela), look for suburbs with an A or B safety rating. The top three safest areas are Pilgrim's Rest, Low's Creek, Skukuza — all with crime rates well below the city average.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the safest suburb in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela)?

Based on the latest SAPS crime statistics (2025), Pilgrim's Rest is the safest suburb in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) with a crime rate of 87 per 100,000 people and a safety grade of A (Very Safe).

Is Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) safe to live in?

Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) has 29 police precincts with safety scores ranging from A (Pilgrim's Rest) to F (Nelspruit). 16 precincts are rated Safe or Very Safe, while 9 are rated High Risk or worse. Safety varies significantly by suburb.

What are the top 3 safest areas in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela)?

The three safest areas in Ehlanzeni (Mbombela) are Pilgrim's Rest (87 per 100k), Low's Creek (101 per 100k), Skukuza (102 per 100k).

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