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Benoni vs Boksburg: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Boksburg had 1,271 fewer reported crimes than Benoni (1,866 vs 3,137 — 41% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Benoni

Benoni precinct

Total crimes

3,137

Apr–Dec 2025

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 14.6% more crimes

Crime split

988 violent · 654 property · 1,495 other

46 murders

Most reported crime

Aggravated robbery (328)

Boksburg

Boksburg precinct

Total crimes

1,866

Apr–Dec 2025

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 6.6% more crimes

Crime split

649 violent · 404 property · 813 other

39 murders

Most reported crime

Aggravated robbery (207)

Crime trend over time

Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.

At a glance

  • Boksburg had 1,271 fewer reported crimes (1,866 vs 3,137)
  • Most reported crime in Benoni: Aggravated robbery · In Boksburg: Aggravated robbery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benoni safer than Boksburg?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Boksburg had 1,271 fewer reported crimes than Benoni (1,866 vs 3,137 — 41% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Benoni vs Boksburg?

Benoni (Benoni precinct) reported 3,137 serious crimes, while Boksburg (Boksburg precinct) reported 1,866 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.