Harry Gwala Crime Statistics
Harry Gwala has 14 SAPS precincts covering 19 suburbs. In Apr–Dec 2025, 2,692 contact crimes and 1,311 property crimes were reported. 5 precincts reported fewer total crimes than the prior year; 6 reported more. Raw counts are not adjusted for population — larger precincts serve more residents. Source: SAPS quarterly release.
Violent crimes
2,692
Apr–Dec 2025
Property crimes
1,311
Apr–Dec 2025
Improving
5
precincts with fewer crimes
Worsening
6
precincts with more crimes
↓ Most improved
↑ Most worsened
How much crime is reported in each Harry Gwala precinct?
Total reported serious crimes (Apr–Dec 2025). Colour shows trend vs Apr–Dec 2024.
| Precinct | Reported count | Change vs Apr–Dec 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Kokstad | 1,928 | ↑3.5% |
| Umzimkhulu | 781 | ↓9.9% |
| Ixopo | 606 | ↓16.6% |
| Highflats | 594 | →0.5% |
| Ibisi | 530 | ↑8.6% |
| Intsikeni | 329 | ↓13.1% |
| Donnybrook | 226 | ↑3.4% |
| Himeville | 225 | ↑4.5% |
| Creighton | 198 | →1.1% |
| Gowan Lea | 180 | ↓16.4% |
| Franklin | 114 | →1.9% |
| Evatt | 56 | ↑25% |
| Swartberg | 41 | ↓24.7% |
Bar = total crimes · ↓ improving · ↑ worsening · → stable (vs Apr–Dec 2024)
All SAPS precincts in Harry Gwala
Creighton
Donnybrook
Evatt
Franklin
Gowan Lea
Highflats
Himeville
Ibisi
Intsikeni
Ixopo
Kokstad
Swartberg
Umzimkhulu
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Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics (Apr–Dec 2025 vs Apr–Dec 2024). Methodology · Disclaimer
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.