Fourways vs Midrand: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Fourways had 723 fewer reported crimes than Midrand (1,224 vs 1,947 — 37% difference).
Fourways
Douglasdale precinct
Total crimes
1,224
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
319 violent · 198 property · 707 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (113)
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
- Fourways had 723 fewer reported crimes (1,224 vs 1,947)
- Midrand is improving while Midrand is worsening
- Most reported crime in Fourways: Common assault · In Midrand: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fourways safer than Midrand?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Fourways had 723 fewer reported crimes than Midrand (1,224 vs 1,947 — 37% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Fourways vs Midrand?
Fourways (Douglasdale precinct) reported 1,224 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.