Is it safe to live in stellenbosch?

It's very safe, compared to the country as a whole.

Yet, as with any sizeable settlement, it is important to be sensible as well:

* People walking unaccompanied in areas that are not well-lit at night are putting themselves at risk.

* Homes should be protected with some form of access control and/or an alarm system.

* Cars should be locked at all times, and valuables should not be left in plain sight on the seat when the car is unattended.

* Cars should also be fitted with an alarm system, immobiliser and/or gearlock.

People who follow such common-sense rules will find that they rarely have problems with crime in Stellenbosch.