Rosebank vs Sandton: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Rosebank had 5,700 fewer reported crimes than Sandton (945 vs 6,645 — 86% difference).
Rosebank
Rosebank precinct
Total crimes
945
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 8.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
163 violent · 113 property · 669 other
2 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (53)
Sandton
Sandton precinct
Total crimes
6,645
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 2% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,199 violent · 1,034 property · 4,412 other
19 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (468)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Rosebank had 5,700 fewer reported crimes (945 vs 6,645)
- Most reported crime in Rosebank: Theft from vehicle · In Sandton: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rosebank safer than Sandton?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Rosebank had 5,700 fewer reported crimes than Sandton (945 vs 6,645 — 86% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Rosebank vs Sandton?
Rosebank (Rosebank precinct) reported 945 crimes, while Sandton (Sandton precinct) reported 6,645 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.