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East London vs Qonce: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Qonce had 488 fewer reported crimes than East London (3,575 vs 4,063 — 12% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

East London

East London precinct

Total crimes

4,063

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↓ 7.9% fewer crimes

Crime split

1,205 violent · 942 property · 1,916 other

39 murders

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (380)

Qonce

Qonce precinct

Total crimes

3,575

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

→ Stable

Crime split

958 violent · 618 property · 1,999 other

33 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (311)

Crime trend over time

At a glance

  • Qonce had 488 fewer reported crimes (3,575 vs 4,063)
  • East London is improving while Qonce is worsening
  • Most reported crime in East London: Theft from vehicle · In Qonce: Serious assault

Frequently Asked Questions

Is East London safer than Qonce?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Qonce had 488 fewer reported crimes than East London (3,575 vs 4,063 — 12% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in East London vs Qonce?

East London (East London precinct) reported 4,063 crimes, while Qonce (Qonce precinct) reported 3,575 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.