Parys vs Vredefort: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Vredefort had 208 fewer reported crimes than Parys (269 vs 477 — 44% difference).
Parys
Parys precinct
Total crimes
477
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↑ 2.1% more crimes
Crime split
127 violent · 186 property · 164 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (68)
Vredefort
Vredefort precinct
Total crimes
269
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 10.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
140 violent · 85 property · 44 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (64)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Vredefort had 208 fewer reported crimes (269 vs 477)
- Vredefort is improving while Parys is worsening
- Most reported crime in Parys: Residential burglary · In Vredefort: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Parys safer than Vredefort?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Vredefort had 208 fewer reported crimes than Parys (269 vs 477 — 44% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Parys vs Vredefort?
Parys (Parys precinct) reported 477 serious crimes, while Vredefort (Vredefort precinct) reported 269 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.