Melville vs Parkhurst: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Parkhurst had 892 fewer reported crimes than Melville (816 vs 1,708 — 52% difference).
Melville
Brixton precinct
Total crimes
1,708
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 8.6% fewer crimes
Crime split
833 violent · 426 property · 449 other
8 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (234)
Parkhurst
Parkview precinct
Total crimes
816
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↑ 6.3% more crimes
Crime split
218 violent · 412 property · 186 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (191)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Parkhurst had 892 fewer reported crimes (816 vs 1,708)
- Melville is improving while Parkhurst is worsening
- Most reported crime in Melville: Aggravated robbery · In Parkhurst: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melville safer than Parkhurst?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Parkhurst had 892 fewer reported crimes than Melville (816 vs 1,708 — 52% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Melville vs Parkhurst?
Melville (Brixton precinct) reported 1,708 serious crimes, while Parkhurst (Parkview precinct) reported 816 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.