Makhanda 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
Very High
in Eastern Cape · High nationally
Reported crimes
2,028
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 4.5%
fewer crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release
What's changing?
Biggest changes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
Theft from vehicle dropped significantly (-39) while All theft not mentioned elsewhere increased (+39).
Crime trend by year
Crime breakdown
Top reported offences in 2025-2026
| Crime category | Reported count |
|---|---|
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 403 |
| Common assault | 287 |
| Commercial crime | 276 |
| Residential burglary | 193 |
| Serious assault | 125 |
| Drug-related crime | 118 |
| Theft from vehicle | 108 |
| Malicious damage | 93 |
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| Category | 2025-2026 | 2024-2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 403 | 364 | +39 |
| Common assault | 287 | 290 | -3 |
| Commercial crime | 276 | 265 | +11 |
| Residential burglary | 193 | 216 | -23 |
| Serious assault | 125 | 146 | -21 |
| Drug-related crime | 118 | 107 | +11 |
| Theft from vehicle | 108 | 147 | -39 |
| Malicious damage | 93 | 123 | -30 |
| Aggravated robbery | 76 | 89 | -13 |
| Common robbery | 62 | 71 | -9 |
| Shoplifting | 50 | 60 | -10 |
| Business burglary | 46 | 63 | -17 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 46 | 38 | +8 |
| Rape | 42 | 37 | +5 |
| Crimen injuria | 35 | 41 | -6 |
| Stock-theft | 13 | 20 | -7 |
| Sexual assault | 11 | 6 | +5 |
| Culpable homicide | 7 | 5 | +2 |
| Murder | 7 | 16 | -9 |
| Vehicle theft | 7 | 3 | +4 |
| Attempted murder | 5 | 4 | +1 |
| Neglect and ill-treatment of children | 4 | 0 | +4 |
| Contact sexual offences | 3 | 2 | +1 |
| Kidnapping | 3 | 4 | -1 |
| Arson | 2 | 3 | -1 |
| Attempted sexual offences | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Abduction | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Sexual offences detected as a result of police action | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Public violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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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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