Ficksburg vs Ladybrand: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Ladybrand had 656 fewer reported crimes than Ficksburg (948 vs 1,604 — 41% difference).
Ficksburg
Ficksburg precinct
Total crimes
1,604
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 17.7% fewer crimes
Crime split
533 violent · 262 property · 809 other
21 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (199)
Ladybrand
Ladybrand precinct
Total crimes
948
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 19.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
264 violent · 183 property · 501 other
10 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (110)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Ladybrand had 656 fewer reported crimes (948 vs 1,604)
- Most reported crime in Ficksburg: Serious assault · In Ladybrand: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ficksburg safer than Ladybrand?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Ladybrand had 656 fewer reported crimes than Ficksburg (948 vs 1,604 — 41% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Ficksburg vs Ladybrand?
Ficksburg (Ficksburg precinct) reported 1,604 crimes, while Ladybrand (Ladybrand precinct) reported 948 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.