Safest Suburbs in Gert Sibande (Ermelo)

Looking for the safest areas in Gert Sibande (Ermelo)? Based on the latest SAPS crime statistics (2025), these are the Gert Sibande (Ermelo) suburbs with the lowest crime rates, ranked from safest to least safe across all 38 police precincts.

All Gert Sibande (Ermelo) Suburbs Ranked by Safety

Rank	Precinct	Crime Rate	Violent Crime Rate	Safety Grade
1	Val	127	38	A
2	Ekulindeni	246	98	A
3	Charl Cilliers	272	80	A
4	Davel	483	145	A
5	Sheepmoor	486	133	A
6	Mahamba	494	110	A
7	Perdekop	500	192	A
8	Chrissiesmeer	601	225	A
9	Greylingstad	628	192	A
10	Wakkerstroom	660	187	A
11	Lothair	684	192	A
12	Badplaas	773	311	B
13	Grootvlei	782	287	B
14	Fernie	868	376	B
15	Hartebeeskop	950	166	B
16	Breyten	962	494	B
17	Kinross	1,161	367	B
18	Daggakraal	1,267	548	B
19	Morgenzon Transvaal	1,300	438	B
20	Trichardt	1,315	225	B
21	Amsterdam	1,365	524	B
22	Mayflower	1,374	423	B
23	Amersfoort	1,469	583	C
24	Evander	1,670	317	C
25	Leslie	1,717	616	C
26	Dirkiesdorp	1,741	758	C
27	Balfour TVL	1,788	601	C
28	Sakhile	2,016	838	C
29	Carolina	2,724	947	D
30	Bethal	2,795	592	D
31	Emzinoni	2,819	1,087	D
32	Elukwatini	3,695	1,720	F
33	Volksrust	4,574	1,566	F
34	Piet Retief	6,265	2,070	F
35	Secunda	6,336	642	F
36	Embalenhle	7,127	3,497	F
37	Standerton	7,417	2,120	F
38	Ermelo	7,808	2,739	F

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

Is Gert Sibande (Ermelo) Safe to Live In?

Safety in Gert Sibande (Ermelo) varies significantly depending on the suburb. Of the 38 police precincts in Gert Sibande (Ermelo), 22 are rated A or B (Safe to Very Safe), while 10 are rated D or F (High Risk to Very High Risk).

The safest suburb is Val with a crime rate of just 127 per 100,000 and a safety grade of A (Very Safe). In contrast, Ermelo has the highest crime rate at 7,808 per 100,000, earning a grade of F (Very High Risk).

When choosing where to live in Gert Sibande (Ermelo), look for suburbs with an A or B safety rating. The top three safest areas are Val, Ekulindeni, Charl Cilliers — all with crime rates well below the city average.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the safest suburb in Gert Sibande (Ermelo)?

Based on the latest SAPS crime statistics (2025), Val is the safest suburb in Gert Sibande (Ermelo) with a crime rate of 127 per 100,000 people and a safety grade of A (Very Safe).

Is Gert Sibande (Ermelo) safe to live in?

Gert Sibande (Ermelo) has 38 police precincts with safety scores ranging from A (Val) to F (Ermelo). 22 precincts are rated Safe or Very Safe, while 10 are rated High Risk or worse. Safety varies significantly by suburb.

What are the top 3 safest areas in Gert Sibande (Ermelo)?

The three safest areas in Gert Sibande (Ermelo) are Val (127 per 100k), Ekulindeni (246 per 100k), Charl Cilliers (272 per 100k).