Brakpan vs Kempton Park: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Brakpan had 891 fewer reported crimes than Kempton Park (840 vs 1,731 — 51% difference).
Brakpan
Brakpan precinct
Total crimes
840
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 5.6% fewer crimes
Crime split
189 violent · 146 property · 505 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (74)
Kempton Park
Kempton Park precinct
Total crimes
1,731
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↑ 11.5% more crimes
Crime split
428 violent · 316 property · 987 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (194)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Brakpan had 891 fewer reported crimes (840 vs 1,731)
- Brakpan is improving while Kempton Park is worsening
- Most reported crime in Brakpan: Aggravated robbery · In Kempton Park: Aggravated robbery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brakpan safer than Kempton Park?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Brakpan had 891 fewer reported crimes than Kempton Park (840 vs 1,731 — 51% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Brakpan vs Kempton Park?
Brakpan (Brakpan precinct) reported 840 crimes, while Kempton Park (Kempton Park precinct) reported 1,731 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.