Crime statistics
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Half of Free State police precincts record a decline in crime
Exactly half of the Free State’s police precincts reported lower crime rates in the past year, according to the latest statistics from the SAPS.
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Western Cape has among the highest murder rates in SA
South Africa’s Q4 2026 crime stats show serious crime is down nationally, but 58 murders per day still make safety far from guaranteed.
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Alcohol abuse contributes to Northern Cape crime – yet alcohol research foundation closes
Statistics show that alcohol abuse contributes to Northern Cape crime; yet the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research in the province is set to close.
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Crime drops in some categories but levels remain ‘unacceptably high’
Explore the latest crime statistics showing that while some crime rates decrease, the levels remain unacceptably high.
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OR Tambo policing district in top 5 of all crime categories
OR Tambo district flagged as one of three most problematic districts in Eastern Cape, contributing most to murder and sexual offences.
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