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Rosebank vs Sandton: Crime Comparison

2026-2027 SAPS data

Rosebank had 1,201 fewer reported crimes than Sandton (247 vs 1,448 — 83% difference).

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

Rosebank

Rosebank precinct

Total crimes

247

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

→ Stable

Crime split

39 violent · 50 property · 158 other

Most reported crime

Theft from vehicle (30)

Sandton

Sandton precinct

Total crimes

1,448

Apr–Jun 2026

vs Apr–Jun 2025

↓ 17.2% fewer crimes

Crime split

266 violent · 222 property · 960 other

4 murders

Most reported crime

Common assault (93)

Crime trend over time

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

At a glance

  • Rosebank had 1,201 fewer reported crimes (247 vs 1,448)
  • Sandton is improving while Sandton is worsening
  • Most reported crime in Rosebank: Theft from vehicle · In Sandton: Common assault

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rosebank safer than Sandton?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Rosebank had 1,201 fewer reported crimes than Sandton (247 vs 1,448 — 83% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Rosebank vs Sandton?

Rosebank (Rosebank precinct) reported 247 crimes, while Sandton (Sandton precinct) reported 1,448 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.