Edenvale vs Germiston: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Edenvale had 600 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (716 vs 1,316 — 46% difference).
Edenvale
Edenvale precinct
Total crimes
716
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↑ 6.1% more crimes
Crime split
90 violent · 103 property · 523 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (33)
Germiston
Germiston precinct
Total crimes
1,316
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 4.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
406 violent · 146 property · 764 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (130)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Edenvale had 600 fewer reported crimes (716 vs 1,316)
- Germiston is improving while Edenvale is worsening
- Most reported crime in Edenvale: Theft from vehicle · In Germiston: Aggravated robbery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edenvale safer than Germiston?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Edenvale had 600 fewer reported crimes than Germiston (716 vs 1,316 — 46% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Edenvale vs Germiston?
Edenvale (Edenvale precinct) reported 716 crimes, while Germiston (Germiston precinct) reported 1,316 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.