Pinetown vs Westville: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Westville had 4,766 fewer reported crimes than Pinetown (1,742 vs 6,508 — 73% difference).
Pinetown
Pinetown precinct
Total crimes
6,508
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
1,614 violent · 1,301 property · 3,593 other
33 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (542)
Westville
Westville precinct
Total crimes
1,742
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 12.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
233 violent · 433 property · 1,076 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (172)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Westville had 4,766 fewer reported crimes (1,742 vs 6,508)
- Westville is improving while Westville is worsening
- 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 4,766 fewer reported crimes than Pinetown (1,742 vs 6,508 — 73% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Pinetown vs Westville?
Pinetown (Pinetown precinct) reported 6,508 crimes, while Westville (Westville precinct) reported 1,742 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.