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Pinetown vs Westville: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Westville had 2,639 fewer reported crimes than Pinetown (721 vs 3,360 — 79% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

Pinetown

Pinetown precinct

Total crimes

3,360

Apr–Dec 2025

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 2.1% fewer crimes

Crime split

1,236 violent · 949 property · 1,175 other

26 murders

Most reported crime

Aggravated robbery (433)

Westville

Westville precinct

Total crimes

721

Apr–Dec 2025

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 13.7% fewer crimes

Crime split

171 violent · 327 property · 223 other

2 murders

Most reported crime

Residential burglary (117)

Crime trend over time

Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.

At a glance

  • Westville had 2,639 fewer reported crimes (721 vs 3,360)
  • Most reported crime in Pinetown: Aggravated robbery · In Westville: Residential burglary

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinetown safer than Westville?

SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Westville had 2,639 fewer reported crimes than Pinetown (721 vs 3,360 — 79% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.

What is the crime rate in Pinetown vs Westville?

Pinetown (Pinetown precinct) reported 3,360 serious crimes, while Westville (Westville precinct) reported 721 serious 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.