East London vs Qonce: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Qonce had 1,981 fewer reported crimes than East London (3,575 vs 5,556 — 36% difference).
East London
Kugompo precinct
Total crimes
5,556
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 3.7% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,615 violent · 1,287 property · 2,654 other
49 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (526)
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 1,981 fewer reported crimes (3,575 vs 5,556)
- 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 1,981 fewer reported crimes than East London (3,575 vs 5,556 — 36% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in East London vs Qonce?
East London (Kugompo precinct) reported 5,556 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.