Chatsworth vs Umlazi: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Umlazi had 1,835 fewer reported crimes than Chatsworth (6,030 vs 7,865 — 23% difference).
Chatsworth
Chatsworth precinct
Total crimes
7,865
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 6.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
2,681 violent · 1,201 property · 3,983 other
68 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (1225)
Umlazi
Umlazi precinct
Total crimes
6,030
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 4.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
3,148 violent · 533 property · 2,349 other
167 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (790)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Umlazi had 1,835 fewer reported crimes (6,030 vs 7,865)
- Most reported crime in Chatsworth: Common assault · In Umlazi: Aggravated robbery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chatsworth safer than Umlazi?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Umlazi had 1,835 fewer reported crimes than Chatsworth (6,030 vs 7,865 — 23% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Chatsworth vs Umlazi?
Chatsworth (Chatsworth precinct) reported 7,865 crimes, while Umlazi (Umlazi precinct) reported 6,030 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.