Cosmo City vs Diepsloot: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Cosmo City had 1,706 fewer reported crimes than Diepsloot (2,832 vs 4,538 — 38% difference).
Cosmo City
Cosmo City precinct
Total crimes
2,832
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 3.9% more crimes
Crime split
1,312 violent · 629 property · 891 other
56 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (495)
Diepsloot
Diepsloot precinct
Total crimes
4,538
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
2,281 violent · 552 property · 1,705 other
50 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (884)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Cosmo City had 1,706 fewer reported crimes (2,832 vs 4,538)
- Diepsloot is improving while Cosmo City is worsening
- Most reported crime in Cosmo City: Aggravated robbery · In Diepsloot: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cosmo City safer than Diepsloot?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Cosmo City had 1,706 fewer reported crimes than Diepsloot (2,832 vs 4,538 — 38% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Cosmo City vs Diepsloot?
Cosmo City (Cosmo City precinct) reported 2,832 crimes, while Diepsloot (Diepsloot precinct) reported 4,538 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.