James Calata Precinct
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About this data
These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more
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Crime volume
Low
in Eastern Cape · Very Low nationally
Reported crimes
180
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 16.9%
more crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release
What's changing?
Biggest changes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
Stock-theft dropped significantly (-7) while Residential burglary increased (+9).
Crime trend by year
Crime breakdown
Top reported offences in 2025-2026
| Crime category | Reported count |
|---|---|
| Serious assault | 51 |
| Residential burglary | 27 |
| Stock-theft | 23 |
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 20 |
| Commercial crime | 11 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 10 |
| Malicious damage | 7 |
| Drug-related crime | 6 |
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| Category | 2025-2026 | 2024-2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serious assault | 51 | 47 | +4 |
| Residential burglary | 27 | 18 | +9 |
| Stock-theft | 23 | 30 | -7 |
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 20 | 12 | +8 |
| Commercial crime | 11 | 6 | +5 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 10 | 1 | +9 |
| Malicious damage | 7 | 8 | -1 |
| Drug-related crime | 6 | 2 | +4 |
| Common assault | 5 | 10 | -5 |
| Crimen injuria | 5 | 1 | +4 |
| Common robbery | 3 | 1 | +2 |
| Culpable homicide | 3 | 1 | +2 |
| Rape | 3 | 5 | -2 |
| Business burglary | 2 | 4 | -2 |
| Attempted murder | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Kidnapping | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Murder | 1 | 2 | -1 |
| Theft from vehicle | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Abduction | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Attempted sexual offences | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Contact sexual offences | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Neglect and ill-treatment of children | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Public violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated robbery | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Sexual assault | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Sexual offences detected as a result of police action | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shoplifting | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Vehicle theft | 0 | 1 | -1 |
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Data Sources & Notes
- Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
- SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
- This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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