Skip to main content
SafeSuburb logo SafeSuburb

Kwadukuza Precinct

Ilembe|13 suburbs
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Kwadukuza decreased 5% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 3,918 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 9.7% below its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Common assault (602 cases). Drug-related crime saw the biggest increase (+80). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

See how Kwadukuza compares to other KwaZulu-Natal precincts vs Apr–Dec 2024 →

About this data

These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more

View 13 suburbs in this precinct

All these suburbs share the same crime statistics because SAPS reports data at precinct level.

Crime volume

Very High

in KwaZulu-Natal

Reported crimes

3,918

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↓ 5%

fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↓ 9.7%

below 2018-2019

Crime in Kwadukuza decreased 5% vs Apr–Dec 2024, though crime levels remain very high relative to other precincts.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Kwadukuza precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Common assault
602
Serious assault
551
Aggravated robbery
468
Drug-related crime
402
Residential burglary
388
Malicious damage
281
Theft from vehicle
144
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
126
View full crime breakdown table
Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Common assault602633-31
Serious assault551584-33
Aggravated robbery468542-74
Drug-related crime402322+80
Residential burglary388455-67
Malicious damage281274+7
Theft from vehicle144113+31
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs126143-17
Robbery at residential premises116131-15
Rape108104+4
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition8375+8
Murder8078+2
Attempted murder78123-45
Common robbery7885-7
Business burglary7768+9
Shoplifting70112-42
Vehicle theft3834+4
Sexual assault3734+3
Stock-theft3724+13
Crimen injuria3637-1
Culpable homicide2829-1
Kidnapping2835-7
Robbery at non-residential premises2344-21
Carjacking1821-3
Arson711-4
Attempted sexual offences57-2
Neglect and ill-treatment of children51+4
Public violence42+2
Abduction000
Bank robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Robbery of cash in transit01-1
Truck hijacking01-1
Share this page
WhatsApp

Compare with nearby areas

Other precincts in Ilembe

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about crime in Kwadukuza

Check another area

Data Sources & Notes

  • Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
  • SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
  • This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
  • Full methodology →