Kariega vs Walmer: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Kariega had 140 fewer reported crimes than Walmer (607 vs 747 — 19% difference).
Kariega
Kariega precinct
Total crimes
607
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 2.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
70 violent · 70 property · 467 other
3 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (25)
Walmer
Walmer precinct
Total crimes
747
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 6.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
166 violent · 231 property · 350 other
40 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (125)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Kariega had 140 fewer reported crimes (607 vs 747)
- Most reported crime in Kariega: Residential burglary · In Walmer: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kariega safer than Walmer?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Kariega had 140 fewer reported crimes than Walmer (607 vs 747 — 19% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Kariega vs Walmer?
Kariega (Kariega precinct) reported 607 crimes, while Walmer (Walmer precinct) reported 747 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.