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Khwenxurha Crime Statistics

Amathole|1 suburb
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Khwenxurha increased 32.3% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 160 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025. The most reported crime is Serious assault (28 cases). Serious assault saw the biggest decrease (-14). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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About this data

These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more

Crime volume

Low

in Eastern Cape

Reported crimes

160

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 32.3%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

Crime in Khwenxurha rose 32.3% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Khwenxurha precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Serious assault
28
Residential burglary
22
Malicious damage
20
Drug-related crime
17
Business burglary
13
Common assault
12
Rape
10
Murder
9
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Serious assault2842-14
Residential burglary229+13
Malicious damage2010+10
Drug-related crime175+12
Business burglary134+9
Common assault125+7
Rape107+3
Murder92+7
Aggravated robbery59-4
Stock-theft511-6
Culpable homicide31+2
Robbery at residential premises35-2
Attempted murder20+2
Common robbery23-1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition20+2
Kidnapping20+2
Attempted sexual offences10+1
Crimen injuria110
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs10+1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children10+1
Theft from vehicle110
Abduction000
Arson01-1
Bank robbery000
Carjacking000
Contact sexual offences000
Public violence000
Robbery at non-residential premises03-3
Robbery of cash in transit000
Sexual assault000
Shoplifting000
Vehicle theft02-2
Truck hijacking000
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Data Sources & Notes

  • Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
  • SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
  • This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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