Ladysmith vs Newcastle: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Newcastle had 862 fewer reported crimes than Ladysmith (5,424 vs 6,286 — 14% difference).
Ladysmith
Ladysmith precinct
Total crimes
6,286
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
2,062 violent · 779 property · 3,445 other
58 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (728)
Newcastle
Newcastle precinct
Total crimes
5,424
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
1,384 violent · 657 property · 3,383 other
23 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (561)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Newcastle had 862 fewer reported crimes (5,424 vs 6,286)
- Most reported crime in Ladysmith: Common assault · In Newcastle: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ladysmith safer than Newcastle?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Newcastle had 862 fewer reported crimes than Ladysmith (5,424 vs 6,286 — 14% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Ladysmith vs Newcastle?
Ladysmith (Ladysmith precinct) reported 6,286 crimes, while Newcastle (Newcastle precinct) reported 5,424 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.