Benoni vs Boksburg: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Boksburg had 614 fewer reported crimes than Benoni (696 vs 1,310 — 47% difference).
Benoni
Benoni precinct
Total crimes
1,310
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 5.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
240 violent · 234 property · 836 other
16 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (95)
Boksburg
Boksburg precinct
Total crimes
696
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 10.7% fewer crimes
Crime split
163 violent · 122 property · 411 other
11 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (55)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Boksburg had 614 fewer reported crimes (696 vs 1,310)
- Most reported crime in Benoni: Common assault · In Boksburg: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benoni safer than Boksburg?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Boksburg had 614 fewer reported crimes than Benoni (696 vs 1,310 — 47% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Benoni vs Boksburg?
Benoni (Benoni precinct) reported 1,310 crimes, while Boksburg (Boksburg precinct) reported 696 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.