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Arcadia vs Hatfield: Crime Comparison

2026-2027 SAPS data

Hatfield had 38 fewer reported crimes than Arcadia (1,475 vs 1,513 — 3% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS.Arcadia falls under Sunnyside precinct and Hatfield falls under Brooklyn precinct. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

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.