Chatsworth vs Umlazi: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Umlazi had 353 fewer reported crimes than Chatsworth (1,506 vs 1,859 — 19% difference).
Chatsworth
Chatsworth precinct
Total crimes
1,859
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 9% fewer crimes
Crime split
650 violent · 255 property · 954 other
7 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (298)
Umlazi
Umlazi precinct
Total crimes
1,506
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
762 violent · 166 property · 578 other
49 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (182)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Umlazi had 353 fewer reported crimes (1,506 vs 1,859)
- Chatsworth is improving while Umlazi is worsening
- Most reported crime in Chatsworth: Common assault · In Umlazi: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chatsworth safer than Umlazi?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Umlazi had 353 fewer reported crimes than Chatsworth (1,506 vs 1,859 — 19% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Chatsworth vs Umlazi?
Chatsworth (Chatsworth precinct) reported 1,859 crimes, while Umlazi (Umlazi precinct) reported 1,506 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.