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Northcliff vs Randburg: Crime Comparison

2026-2027 SAPS data

Northcliff had 748 fewer reported crimes than Randburg (260 vs 1,008 — 74% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS.Northcliff falls under Fairland precinct. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Northcliff

Fairland precinct

Total crimes

260

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↑ 15% more crimes

Crime split

25 violent · 84 property · 151 other

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (45)

Randburg

Randburg precinct

Total crimes

1,008

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

→ Stable

Crime split

250 violent · 170 property · 588 other

1 murder

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (85)

Crime trend over time

Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.

At a glance

  • Northcliff had 748 fewer reported crimes (260 vs 1,008)
  • Randburg is improving while Northcliff is worsening
  • Most reported crime in Northcliff: Theft from vehicle · In Randburg: Theft from vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northcliff safer than Randburg?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Northcliff had 748 fewer reported crimes than Randburg (260 vs 1,008 — 74% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Northcliff vs Randburg?

Northcliff (Fairland precinct) reported 260 crimes, while Randburg (Randburg precinct) reported 1,008 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.