Northcliff vs Randburg: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Northcliff had 1,495 fewer reported crimes than Randburg (384 vs 1,879 — 80% difference).
Northcliff
Fairland precinct
Total crimes
384
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
→ Stable
Crime split
76 violent · 225 property · 83 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (83)
Randburg
Randburg precinct
Total crimes
1,879
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 6.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
786 violent · 501 property · 592 other
11 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (268)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Northcliff had 1,495 fewer reported crimes (384 vs 1,879)
- Randburg is improving while Randburg is worsening
- Most reported crime in Northcliff: Theft from vehicle · In Randburg: Aggravated robbery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northcliff safer than Randburg?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Northcliff had 1,495 fewer reported crimes than Randburg (384 vs 1,879 — 80% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Northcliff vs Randburg?
Northcliff (Fairland precinct) reported 384 serious crimes, while Randburg (Randburg precinct) reported 1,879 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.