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Honeydew Precinct

Johannesburg|10 suburbs
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Honeydew decreased 2.6% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 3,711 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 46.4% below its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Theft from vehicle (442 cases). Common assault saw the biggest decrease (-117). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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About this data

These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more

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All these suburbs share the same crime statistics because SAPS reports data at precinct level.

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Crime volume

Very High

in Gauteng

Reported crimes

3,711

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 2.6%

fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↓ 46.4%

below 2018-2019

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Crime in Honeydew decreased 2.6% vs Apr–Dec 2024, though crime levels remain very high relative to other precincts.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Honeydew precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Theft from vehicle		442
Common assault		406
Aggravated robbery		395
Vehicle theft		309
Residential burglary		297
Serious assault		287
Malicious damage		218
Shoplifting		204
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Theft from vehicle442429+13
Common assault406523-117
Aggravated robbery395385+10
Vehicle theft309360-51
Residential burglary297369-72
Serious assault287236+51
Malicious damage218254-36
Shoplifting204214-10
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs18295+87
Drug-related crime174152+22
Common robbery165135+30
Business burglary108120-12
Kidnapping10884+24
Carjacking9576+19
Robbery at residential premises8196-15
Rape4775-28
Robbery at non-residential premises3634+2
Attempted murder3224+8
Murder2337-14
Sexual assault2221+1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition1823-5
Crimen injuria1519-4
Culpable homicide1524-9
Truck hijacking1113-2
Neglect and ill-treatment of children770
Arson54+1
Attempted sexual offences41+3
Contact sexual offences40+4
Stock-theft10+1
Abduction000
Bank robbery000
Public violence01-1
Robbery of cash in transit000
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Other precincts in Johannesburg

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Fairland

384 crimes → 0.6%

Rosebank

398 crimes ↓ 12.5%

Parkview

816 crimes ↑ 6.3%

Norwood

1,015 crimes → 1.5%

Langlaagte

1,049 crimes → 0.9%

Naledi

1,343 crimes ↑ 11.9%
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Data Sources & Notes

  • Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
  • SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
  • This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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