West Rand Crime Statistics
West Rand has 14 SAPS precincts covering 47 suburbs. In Apr–Dec 2025, 8,718 contact crimes and 3,656 property crimes were reported. 8 precincts reported fewer total crimes than the prior year; 1 reported more. Raw counts are not adjusted for population — larger precincts serve more residents. Source: SAPS quarterly release.
Violent crimes
8,718
Apr–Dec 2025
Property crimes
3,656
Apr–Dec 2025
Improving
8
precincts with fewer crimes
Worsening
1
precincts with more crimes
↓ Most improved
↑ Most worsened
How much crime is reported in each West Rand precinct?
Total reported serious crimes (Apr–Dec 2025). Colour shows trend vs Apr–Dec 2024.
| Precinct | Reported count | Change vs Apr–Dec 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Kagiso | 3,632 | →1.6% |
| Krugersdorp | 3,441 | ↓9.7% |
| Carletonville | 2,304 | →0.4% |
| Randfontein | 2,239 | ↓9.6% |
| Mohlakeng | 2,066 | →1.8% |
| Bekkersdal | 1,475 | ↑12% |
| Westonaria | 1,359 | ↓9.4% |
| Khutsong | 1,148 | →0.9% |
| Fochville | 1,135 | ↓7.3% |
| Muldersdrift | 916 | ↓10.8% |
| Tarlton | 436 | ↓13.7% |
| Wedela | 319 | →1.6% |
| Magaliesburg | 309 | ↓16.1% |
| Hekpoort | 142 | ↓30.5% |
Bar = total crimes · ↓ improving · ↑ worsening · → stable (vs Apr–Dec 2024)
All SAPS precincts in West Rand
Bekkersdal
Carletonville
Fochville
Hekpoort
Kagiso
Khutsong
Krugersdorp
Magaliesburg
Mohlakeng
Muldersdrift
Randfontein
Tarlton
Wedela
Westonaria
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Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics (Apr–Dec 2025 vs Apr–Dec 2024). Methodology · Disclaimer
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.