Alice vs Makhanda: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Alice had 170 fewer reported crimes than Makhanda (1,858 vs 2,028 — 8% difference).
Alice
Alice precinct
Total crimes
1,858
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
656 violent · 315 property · 887 other
20 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (336)
Makhanda
Makhanda precinct
Total crimes
2,028
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 4.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
615 violent · 367 property · 1,046 other
7 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (287)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Alice had 170 fewer reported crimes (1,858 vs 2,028)
- Makhanda is improving while Makhanda is worsening
- Most reported crime in Alice: Serious assault · In Makhanda: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alice safer than Makhanda?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Alice had 170 fewer reported crimes than Makhanda (1,858 vs 2,028 — 8% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Alice vs Makhanda?
Alice (Alice precinct) reported 1,858 crimes, while Makhanda (Makhanda precinct) reported 2,028 crimes. Note: these are precinct-level figures from SAPS, not suburb-specific counts.
Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics. Methodology · Disclaimer
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.