Arcadia vs Hatfield: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Hatfield had 38 fewer reported crimes than Arcadia (1,475 vs 1,513 — 3% difference).
Arcadia
Sunnyside precinct
Total crimes
1,513
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 9.2% fewer crimes
Crime split
342 violent · 218 property · 953 other
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (131)
Hatfield
Brooklyn precinct
Total crimes
1,475
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 10.2% fewer crimes
Crime split
203 violent · 397 property · 875 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (148)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Hatfield had 38 fewer reported crimes (1,475 vs 1,513)
- Most reported crime in Arcadia: Theft from vehicle · In Hatfield: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arcadia safer than Hatfield?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Hatfield had 38 fewer reported crimes than Arcadia (1,475 vs 1,513 — 3% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Arcadia vs Hatfield?
Arcadia (Sunnyside precinct) reported 1,513 crimes, while Hatfield (Brooklyn precinct) reported 1,475 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.