The Dobsonville Police Station phone number listed by the South African Police Service (SAPS) is 011 983 1506 or 011 983 1527. SAPS records also list 011 983 1500 as a Dobsonville Police Station contact or switchboard number.
If you need urgent police assistance or need to report an emergency, call 10111 rather than relying only on the local station number. SAPS also operates Crime Stop on 08600 10111 for reporting criminal activity or providing information.
Overview of Dobsonville Police Station Phone Number
Dobsonville residents and people travelling from nearby parts of Soweto may need to contact the police station before visiting, particularly when they want to confirm which department can assist them, what documents to bring or whether a particular service is available.
The main SAPS-listed contact numbers are:
- Dobsonville Police Station: 011 983 1506
- Alternative station number: 011 983 1527
- Dobsonville contact/switchboard: 011 983 1500
- SAPS emergency number: 10111
- Crime Stop: 08600 10111
The SAPS Gauteng station directory currently lists 011 983 1506 and 011 983 1527 for Dobsonville Police Station.
For other civic offices and government-related information in the area, use the Dobsonville public services guide.
Documents, Requirements or Steps to Check
What you need to take to Dobsonville Police Station will depend on why you are visiting.
Before travelling, call the station and explain what you need help with. Ask which desk or department handles the matter and whether you need identification, original documents, copies, reference numbers or any other supporting information.
This is especially useful when your visit involves documentation rather than an emergency. Requirements can differ depending on the service, so checking first may prevent an unnecessary second trip.
If your specific reason for visiting is to make a sworn statement, see the guide to getting an affidavit at Dobsonville Police Station for information focused on that task.
For a crime that is happening now or another situation requiring immediate police assistance, contact 10111. SAPS identifies 10111 as its emergency number.
Address, Contact Details and Opening Hours
For telephone enquiries, start with 011 983 1506 or 011 983 1527. These are the numbers shown in the official SAPS station information for Dobsonville.
If you need to travel to the station, use the dedicated Dobsonville Police Station address page. Keeping directions and detailed location information on that page makes it easier to check the station location without confusing the phone-number search with a separate address query.
Opening hours and access to individual services should be confirmed directly with the station before travelling. Do not assume that every administrative service or department follows the same availability simply because police assistance is required outside normal office hours.
For urgent assistance, use 10111. For anonymous information about criminal activity, SAPS says Crime Stop can be contacted on 08600 10111 and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
When to Visit and What to Expect
For a non-emergency matter, calling Dobsonville Police Station before leaving home is a practical first step.
Tell the person answering the phone what you need to do. You can ask:
- whether the station handles the service you need;
- which documents or information you should bring;
- whether a specific desk or official needs to assist you;
- whether there are any service-specific times you should know about; and
- whether you should come to the station immediately or follow another process.
If you are trying to contact SAPS specifically about Dobsonville rather than looking only for a telephone number, the SAPS Dobsonville page provides the broader local station guide.
Remember that an emergency should not be delayed while you search for a local administrative contact. SAPS directs people who need emergency police assistance to 10111.
Related Public Service Pages
Dobsonville.co.za separates closely related police and civic searches so that each page answers one clear question.
If your next step is to find the station itself, see the Dobsonville Police Station address.
For broader police-station information, visit SAPS Dobsonville.
If you need a sworn statement, read the guide to an affidavit at Dobsonville Police Station.
For municipal, police and other civic information, browse public services in Dobsonville.
Before making a special trip to any public-service office, confirm changeable information such as contact numbers, service availability and operating arrangements with the relevant official source.
FAQs
What is the Dobsonville Police Station phone number?
The official SAPS station directory lists 011 983 1506 and 011 983 1527 for Dobsonville Police Station. SAPS information also associates 011 983 1500 with the Dobsonville station as a contact or switchboard number.
What number should I call in an emergency?
Call 10111 if you need emergency police assistance. SAPS identifies this as its emergency police number.
What is the Crime Stop number?
The SAPS Crime Stop number is 08600 10111. SAPS says Crime Stop can be used to provide information about criminal activity and operates 24/7.
Should I call Dobsonville Police Station before visiting?
For non-emergency services, calling first is useful because you can confirm whether the station can help with your specific request and what documentation or information you should bring.
Where can I find the Dobsonville Police Station address?
Use the dedicated Dobsonville Police Station address guide for location-focused information and directions.
Are the Dobsonville Police Station opening hours confirmed?
Service-specific opening hours have not been stated here without current official confirmation. Call 011 983 1506 or 011 983 1527 before travelling if your visit is for a non-emergency or administrative service. For an emergency requiring police assistance, call 10111.