Skip to main content
SafeSuburb logo SafeSuburb

Magatle Crime Statistics

Capricorn|1 suburb
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Magatle increased 4.3% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 558 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026, and is 43% below its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (91 cases). All theft not mentioned elsewhere saw the biggest decrease (-30). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

See how Magatle compares to other Limpopo precincts vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025 →

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

Crime volume

Moderate

in Limpopo · Low nationally

Reported crimes

558

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↑ 4.3%

more crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

vs pre-COVID baseline

↓ 43%

below 2018-2019

Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Magatle rose 4.3% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Magatle precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime
91
Serious assault
60
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
52
All theft not mentioned elsewhere
48
Residential burglary
48
Business burglary
42
Rape
42
Stock-theft
28
View full crime breakdown table
Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime9164+27
Serious assault6073-13
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs5245+7
All theft not mentioned elsewhere4878-30
Residential burglary4847+1
Business burglary4232+10
Rape4222+20
Stock-theft2833-5
Malicious damage2722+5
Aggravated robbery2240-18
Common assault2019+1
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action1917+2
Murder133+10
Commercial crime129+3
Common robbery91+8
Attempted murder52+3
Culpable homicide550
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition34-1
Theft from vehicle35-2
Arson20+2
Crimen injuria20+2
Attempted sexual offences10+1
Kidnapping13-2
Neglect and ill-treatment of children110
Sexual assault12-1
Shoplifting15-4
Abduction000
Contact sexual offences000
Public violence000
Vehicle theft03-3
Share this page
WhatsApp

Compare with nearby areas

Other precincts in Capricorn

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about crime in Magatle

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 →