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Zamuxolo Crime Statistics

Joe Gqabi|1 suburb
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Zamuxolo increased 157.9% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 37 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 2.8% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Serious assault (12 cases). Serious assault saw the biggest increase (+9). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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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

Crime volume

Very Low

in Eastern Cape

Reported crimes

37

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 157.9%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 2.8%

above 2018-2019

Crime in Zamuxolo rose 157.9% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Zamuxolo precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Serious assault
12
Residential burglary
5
Common assault
4
Stock-theft
4
Rape
3
Attempted murder
2
Common robbery
2
Malicious damage
2
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Serious assault123+9
Residential burglary51+4
Common assault40+4
Stock-theft40+4
Rape34-1
Attempted murder20+2
Common robbery20+2
Malicious damage21+1
Attempted sexual offences10+1
Business burglary10+1
Kidnapping10+1
Abduction000
Arson000
Bank robbery000
Carjacking000
Contact sexual offences000
Crimen injuria01-1
Culpable homicide000
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs000
Drug-related crime000
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Murder01-1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children000
Public violence000
Robbery at non-residential premises000
Robbery at residential premises01-1
Robbery of cash in transit000
Aggravated robbery01-1
Sexual assault01-1
Shoplifting000
Vehicle theft000
Theft from vehicle000
Truck hijacking000
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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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