Butterworth vs Mthatha: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Butterworth had 2,416 fewer reported crimes than Mthatha (2,256 vs 4,672 — 52% difference).
Butterworth
Butterworth precinct
Total crimes
2,256
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 25% more crimes
Crime split
883 violent · 359 property · 1,014 other
39 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (312)
Mthatha
Mthatha precinct
Total crimes
4,672
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 4.4% more crimes
Crime split
2,145 violent · 942 property · 1,585 other
172 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (664)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Butterworth had 2,416 fewer reported crimes (2,256 vs 4,672)
- Most reported crime in Butterworth: Serious assault · In Mthatha: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butterworth safer than Mthatha?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Butterworth had 2,416 fewer reported crimes than Mthatha (2,256 vs 4,672 — 52% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Butterworth vs Mthatha?
Butterworth (Butterworth precinct) reported 2,256 crimes, while Mthatha (Mthatha precinct) reported 4,672 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.