{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/south-africa/kimberley","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:44:18.150Z","place":{"city":"Kimberley","country":"South Africa","countryCode":"ZA","lat":-28.73226,"lon":24.76232},"safety":{"score":47,"level":"CAUTION","answer":"Caution advised","saferThanPctOfCountries":36,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":48,"travellerSentiment":{"score":40,"label":"Negative","summary":"Crowdsourced crime indices are high, and only 37% of people feel safe walking alone after dark, indicating a generally negative perception of day-to-day safety.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":25,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":40,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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While there are no active disaster alerts, the city's crime index is high, and public perception of safety, especially after dark, is low.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"High rates of violent crime, including a high homicide rate for South Africa, suggest a significant risk of mugging and armed robbery, especially in less secure areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While not explicitly detailed, the high crime index suggests a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching in crowded areas or public transport."},"safeAreas":["New Park","Monument Heights"],"avoidAreas":["Galeshewe","Floors"],"scams":["Be wary of unsolicited offers of help or guidance, especially in tourist areas, which could be a prelude to a scam or robbery.","Avoid engaging with individuals involved in illicit mining activities, as this can lead to dangerous situations."],"zones":[{"name":"City Centre","level":"caution","note":"High crime rates, including mugging and theft, are reported; exercise vigilance."},{"name":"New Park","level":"safe","note":"Generally considered a safer residential area with lower reported crime."},{"name":"Monument Heights","level":"safe","note":"A well-established area with a generally good safety perception."},{"name":"Belgravia","level":"caution","note":"Some reports of crime, including theft; be aware of surroundings, especially after dark."},{"name":"Cove Rock","level":"caution","note":"Mixed reports; exercise caution and stay aware of local conditions."},{"name":"Kimberley North","level":"caution","note":"Higher crime rates reported in some parts; avoid isolated areas."},{"name":"Galeshewe","level":"avoid","note":"High crime rates and social issues make this area generally unsafe for visitors."},{"name":"Floors","level":"avoid","note":"Known for high crime rates; best avoided by travelers."}]}}