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Evaton Precinct

Sedibeng|7 suburbs
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Evaton remained stable vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 4,738 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026, and is 8.9% below its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (700 cases). Common assault saw the biggest increase (+123). 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.

Evaton CentralEvaton NorthEvaton WestGolden GardensLakesidePalm SpringsSmall Farms

Crime volume

High

in Gauteng · Very High nationally

Reported crimes

4,738

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

→ 0.7%

no change vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

vs pre-COVID baseline

↓ 8.9%

below 2018-2019

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Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Evaton has been relatively stable vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025 (within ±2%).

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Evaton precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime		700
Common assault		548
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs		516
Aggravated robbery		509
Serious assault		465
Residential burglary		303
All theft not mentioned elsewhere		298
Malicious damage		245
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime700747-47
Common assault548425+123
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs516400+116
Aggravated robbery509495+14
Serious assault465511-46
Residential burglary303284+19
All theft not mentioned elsewhere298388-90
Malicious damage245228+17
Shoplifting235321-86
Kidnapping162152+10
Attempted murder13786+51
Rape119124-5
Theft from vehicle9083+7
Business burglary8877+11
Murder76107-31
Common robbery6063-3
Commercial crime5492-38
Vehicle theft4944+5
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition4339+4
Culpable homicide1617-1
Sexual assault94+5
Stock-theft54+1
Arson43+1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children42+2
Attempted sexual offences220
Crimen injuria15-4
Abduction000
Contact sexual offences03-3
Public violence01-1
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action000
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Other precincts in Sedibeng

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Vaal Marina

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The Barrage

923 crimes ↓ 6.7%

Boipatong

1,004 crimes ↑ 3.7%

Kliprivier

1,239 crimes ↓ 3.7%

Ratanda

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Sharpeville

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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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