Centurion vs Midrand: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Centurion had 902 fewer reported crimes than Midrand (1,045 vs 1,947 — 46% difference).
Centurion
Wierdabrug precinct
Total crimes
1,045
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
178 violent · 295 property · 572 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (115)
Midrand
Midrand precinct
Total crimes
1,947
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 3.6% fewer crimes
Crime split
378 violent · 377 property · 1,192 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (204)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Centurion had 902 fewer reported crimes (1,045 vs 1,947)
- Midrand is improving while Midrand is worsening
- Most reported crime in Centurion: Theft from vehicle · In Midrand: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centurion safer than Midrand?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Centurion had 902 fewer reported crimes than Midrand (1,045 vs 1,947 — 46% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Centurion vs Midrand?
Centurion (Wierdabrug precinct) reported 1,045 crimes, while Midrand (Midrand precinct) reported 1,947 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.