Uthukela Crime Statistics
Uthukela has 16 SAPS precincts covering 34 suburbs. In Apr–Dec 2025, 4,559 contact crimes and 2,172 property crimes were reported. 7 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
4,559
Apr–Dec 2025
Property crimes
2,172
Apr–Dec 2025
Improving
7
precincts with fewer crimes
Worsening
6
precincts with more crimes
↓ Most improved
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How much crime is reported in each Uthukela precinct?
Total reported serious crimes (Apr–Dec 2025). Colour shows trend vs Apr–Dec 2024.
| Precinct | Reported count | Change vs Apr–Dec 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith | 3,690 | →0.3% |
| Estcourt | 1,238 | →1.2% |
| Ezakheni | 1,237 | ↑9% |
| Ekuvukeni | 708 | ↓7% |
| Bergville | 631 | ↑15% |
| Amangwe | 447 | ↓4.3% |
| Ntabamhlophe | 435 | ↓6.5% |
| Ematsheni | 319 | ↓11.5% |
| Besters | 313 | →0.2% |
| Wembezi | 300 | ↓12.5% |
| Elandslaagte | 277 | ↑2.8% |
| Winterton | 253 | ↑12.7% |
| Colenso | 243 | ↑61.2% |
| Upper Tugela | 224 | ↓9.9% |
| Weenen | 211 | ↓5.4% |
| Van Reenen | 116 | ↑91.4% |
Bar = total crimes · ↓ improving · ↑ worsening · → stable (vs Apr–Dec 2024)
All SAPS precincts in Uthukela
Amangwe
Bergville
Besters
Colenso
Ekuvukeni
Elandslaagte
Ematsheni
Estcourt
Ezakheni
Ladysmith
Ntabamhlophe
Upper Tugela
Van Reenen
Weenen
Wembezi
Winterton
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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.