Edenvale vs Germiston: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Edenvale had 2,354 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (1,374 vs 3,728 — 63% difference).
Edenvale
Edenvale precinct
Total crimes
1,374
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 13.4% fewer crimes
Crime split
264 violent · 340 property · 770 other
3 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (130)
Germiston
Germiston precinct
Total crimes
3,728
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
→ Stable
Crime split
1,166 violent · 599 property · 1,963 other
58 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (338)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Edenvale had 2,354 fewer reported crimes (1,374 vs 3,728)
- Edenvale is improving while Germiston is worsening
- Most reported crime in Edenvale: Theft from vehicle · In Germiston: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edenvale safer than Germiston?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Edenvale had 2,354 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (1,374 vs 3,728 — 63% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Edenvale vs Germiston?
Edenvale (Edenvale precinct) reported 1,374 serious crimes, while Germiston (Germiston precinct) reported 3,728 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.