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Graaff-Reinet vs Nqweba: Crime Comparison

2026-2027 SAPS data

Nqweba had 272 fewer reported crimes than Graaff-Reinet (295 vs 567 — 48% difference).

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

Graaff-Reinet

Robert Sobukwe precinct

Total crimes

567

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↓ 10.4% fewer crimes

Crime split

151 violent · 130 property · 286 other

2 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (74)

Nqweba

Nqweba precinct

Total crimes

295

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↑ 8.9% more crimes

Crime split

126 violent · 55 property · 114 other

13 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (60)

Crime trend over time

Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.

At a glance

  • Nqweba had 272 fewer reported crimes (295 vs 567)
  • Graaff-Reinet is improving while Nqweba is worsening
  • Most reported crime in Graaff-Reinet: Serious assault · In Nqweba: Serious assault

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graaff-Reinet safer than Nqweba?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Nqweba had 272 fewer reported crimes than Graaff-Reinet (295 vs 567 — 48% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Graaff-Reinet vs Nqweba?

Graaff-Reinet (Robert Sobukwe precinct) reported 567 crimes, while Nqweba (Nqweba precinct) reported 295 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.