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Northcliff vs Randburg: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Northcliff had 1,495 fewer reported crimes than Randburg (384 vs 1,879 — 80% 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

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.