Kroonstad vs Sasolburg: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Sasolburg had 373 fewer reported crimes than Kroonstad (883 vs 1,256 — 30% difference).
Kroonstad
Kroonstad precinct
Total crimes
1,256
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 6.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
372 violent · 426 property · 458 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (162)
Sasolburg
Sasolburg precinct
Total crimes
883
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 14.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
265 violent · 321 property · 297 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (178)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Sasolburg had 373 fewer reported crimes (883 vs 1,256)
- Most reported crime in Kroonstad: Common assault · In Sasolburg: Residential burglary
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kroonstad safer than Sasolburg?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Sasolburg had 373 fewer reported crimes than Kroonstad (883 vs 1,256 — 30% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Kroonstad vs Sasolburg?
Kroonstad (Kroonstad precinct) reported 1,256 serious crimes, while Sasolburg (Sasolburg precinct) reported 883 serious 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.