Phalaborwa vs Tzaneen: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Phalaborwa had 1,517 fewer reported crimes than Tzaneen (1,005 vs 2,522 — 60% difference).
Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa precinct
Total crimes
1,005
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 13.4% fewer crimes
Crime split
117 violent · 159 property · 729 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (71)
Tzaneen
Tzaneen precinct
Total crimes
2,522
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 14.7% fewer crimes
Crime split
536 violent · 418 property · 1,568 other
9 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (195)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Phalaborwa had 1,517 fewer reported crimes (1,005 vs 2,522)
- Most reported crime in Phalaborwa: Residential burglary · In Tzaneen: Residential burglary
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phalaborwa safer than Tzaneen?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Phalaborwa had 1,517 fewer reported crimes than Tzaneen (1,005 vs 2,522 — 60% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Phalaborwa vs Tzaneen?
Phalaborwa (Phalaborwa precinct) reported 1,005 crimes, while Tzaneen (Tzaneen precinct) reported 2,522 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.