Harrismith vs Phuthaditjhaba: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Harrismith had 283 fewer reported crimes than Phuthaditjhaba (2,590 vs 2,873 — 10% difference).

Precinct-level data

This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Harrismith

Harrismith precinct

Total crimes

2,590

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↓ 3.3% fewer crimes

Crime split

683 violent · 498 property · 1,409 other

27 murders

Most reported crime

Residential burglary (255)

Phuthaditjhaba

Phuthaditjhaba precinct

Total crimes

2,873

Apr 2025–Mar 2026

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↓ 5.1% fewer crimes

Crime split

1,139 violent · 495 property · 1,239 other

33 murders

Most reported crime

Serious assault (383)

Crime trend over time

At a glance

Harrismith had 283 fewer reported crimes (2,590 vs 2,873)
Most reported crime in Harrismith: Residential burglary · In Phuthaditjhaba: Serious assault

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrismith safer than Phuthaditjhaba?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Harrismith had 283 fewer reported crimes than Phuthaditjhaba (2,590 vs 2,873 — 10% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Harrismith vs Phuthaditjhaba?

Harrismith (Harrismith precinct) reported 2,590 crimes, while Phuthaditjhaba (Phuthaditjhaba precinct) reported 2,873 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.