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Parys Precinct

Fezile Dabi|3 suburbs
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Parys increased 2.1% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 477 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 11% below its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Residential burglary (68 cases). Drug-related crime saw the biggest decrease (-19). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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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

High

in Free State · Moderate nationally

Reported crimes

477

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 2.1%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↓ 11%

below 2018-2019

Crime in Parys rose 2.1% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Parys precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Residential burglary
68
Business burglary
61
Common assault
44
Drug-related crime
39
Theft from vehicle
31
Shoplifting
28
Aggravated robbery
25
Malicious damage
20
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Residential burglary6858+10
Business burglary6167-6
Common assault4450-6
Drug-related crime3958-19
Theft from vehicle3146-15
Shoplifting2822+6
Aggravated robbery2535-10
Malicious damage2013+7
Stock-theft2014+6
Culpable homicide187+11
Rape184+14
Serious assault158+7
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs1517-2
Common robbery118+3
Kidnapping118+3
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition84+4
Attempted murder78-1
Robbery at non-residential premises67-1
Vehicle theft67-1
Carjacking45-1
Crimen injuria47-3
Murder41+3
Contact sexual offences30+3
Sexual assault32+1
Truck hijacking32+1
Abduction20+2
Robbery at residential premises27-5
Attempted sexual offences110
Arson01-1
Bank robbery000
Neglect and ill-treatment of children000
Public violence000
Robbery of cash in transit000
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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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