Skip to main content
SafeSuburb logo SafeSuburb

Vaal Dam Estates Crime Statistics

3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Precinct-level data
Vaal Dam Estates falls within the Vaal Marina police precinct. SAPS reports crime at precinct level — all suburbs in this precinct share the same statistics. Other suburbs: Vaal Marina.
Vaal Dam Estates is a suburb in Sedibeng, Gauteng. Crime in the Vaal Marina precinct area (covering Vaal Dam Estates) increased 11.2% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 97 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 32% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Residential burglary (22 cases). Residential burglary saw the biggest increase (+12). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

See how Vaal Marina compares to other Gauteng precincts vs Apr–Dec 2024 →

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

Crime volume

Very Low

in Gauteng

Reported crimes

97

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 11.2%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs its pre-COVID level

↑ 32%

above 2018-2019

Crime in the Vaal Marina precinct area (covering Vaal Dam Estates) rose 11.2% vs Apr–Dec 2024.
Total crime: 95% below provincial median
Contact crime: 96% below provincial median
Property crime: 88% below provincial median

Crime by type

Change vs Apr–Dec 2024 by crime category. Murder is shown separately but is included in the violent crime total.

Murder

1

Violent crime

29

↓ 19.4% vs Apr–Dec 2024

Property crime

38

↑ 171.4% vs Apr–Dec 2024

Other crime

30

↓ 18.9% vs Apr–Dec 2024

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Vaal Marina precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Residential burglary
22
Common assault
16
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
16
Serious assault
10
Stock-theft
6
Drug-related crime
5
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition
4
Theft from vehicle
4
Share this page
WhatsApp

Compare with nearby areas

Other precincts in Sedibeng

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Compare Vaal Dam Estates

Side-by-side crime statistics with nearby suburbs

Other suburbs served by Vaal Marina police station

2 suburbs in this precinct share the same SAPS crime data

SAPS reports at precinct level — all suburbs below have identical crime statistics to Vaal Dam Estates.

View full Vaal Marina precinct overview →

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about crime in Vaal Dam Estates

Check another area

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
  • Full methodology →

Economic Context

Property affordability is shaped by SA's broader economic environment.