{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/south-africa/stellenbosch","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:42:35.714Z","place":{"city":"Stellenbosch","country":"South Africa","countryCode":"ZA","lat":-33.93462,"lon":18.86676},"safety":{"score":48,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":38,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":49,"travellerSentiment":{"score":41,"label":"Cautious","summary":"Crowdsourced crime indices indicate a high level of concern, and only 37% of people feel safe walking alone after dark, suggesting a general unease among residents and visitors.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":30,"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":42,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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homicide rate and prevalent violent crime. Travelers should be aware of the risks and take extensive precautions, especially regarding personal safety and property.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Violent crime, including stabbings and farm attacks, is a significant concern, with recent incidents highlighting the risk to residents and visitors."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific pickpocketing hotspots aren't detailed, general vigilance against opportunistic theft is advised, particularly in crowded areas."},"safeAreas":["Dorp Street Area","University Campus"],"avoidAreas":["Kayamandi","Surrounding Farms"],"scams":["Be wary of overly friendly strangers offering unsolicited help or tours, as these can sometimes lead to scams or opportunistic theft.","Avoid engaging in any dealings related to illicit trades, as these are often connected to organized crime and can pose risks to unsuspecting individuals."],"zones":[{"name":"Dorp Street Area","level":"safe","note":"Central, well-trafficked, popular with tourists."},{"name":"University Campus","level":"safe","note":"Generally secure due to student presence and campus security."},{"name":"Idas Valley","level":"caution","note":"Residential area with reports of crime, exercise vigilance."},{"name":"Kayamandi","level":"avoid","note":"High crime rates, including recent fatal shootings, best avoided by visitors."},{"name":"Surrounding Farms","level":"caution","note":"Recent violent farm attacks reported, extreme caution advised."}]}}