Alberton vs Germiston: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Alberton had 607 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (709 vs 1,316 — 46% difference).
Alberton
Alberton precinct
Total crimes
709
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 8.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
167 violent · 112 property · 430 other
11 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (71)
Germiston
Germiston precinct
Total crimes
1,316
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 4.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
406 violent · 146 property · 764 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (130)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Alberton had 607 fewer reported crimes (709 vs 1,316)
- Most reported crime in Alberton: Aggravated robbery · In Germiston: Aggravated robbery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alberton safer than Germiston?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Alberton had 607 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (709 vs 1,316 — 46% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Alberton vs Germiston?
Alberton (Alberton precinct) reported 709 crimes, while Germiston (Germiston precinct) reported 1,316 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.