Melville vs Parkhurst: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Parkhurst had 352 fewer reported crimes than Melville (408 vs 760 — 46% difference).
Melville
Brixton precinct
Total crimes
760
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
279 violent · 153 property · 328 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (100)
Parkhurst
Parkview precinct
Total crimes
408
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↑ 12.7% more crimes
Crime split
60 violent · 183 property · 165 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (83)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Parkhurst had 352 fewer reported crimes (408 vs 760)
- Parkhurst 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 352 fewer reported crimes than Melville (408 vs 760 — 46% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Melville vs Parkhurst?
Melville (Brixton precinct) reported 760 crimes, while Parkhurst (Parkview precinct) reported 408 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.