Fourways vs Midrand: Crime Comparison
SAPS data for Apr–Jun 2026
Fourways had 723 fewer reported crimes than Midrand in Apr–Jun 2026 (1,224 vs 1,947 — 37% fewer than Midrand).
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
Commercial crime (313)
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
Commercial crime (478)
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)
- Most reported crime in Fourways: Commercial crime · In Midrand: Commercial crime
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 in Apr–Jun 2026 (1,224 vs 1,947 — 37% fewer than Midrand). 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 in Apr–Jun 2026, 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.