Phalaborwa vs Tzaneen: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Phalaborwa had 813 fewer reported crimes than Tzaneen (376 vs 1,189 — 68% difference).
Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa precinct
Total crimes
376
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 21.4% fewer crimes
Crime split
87 violent · 126 property · 163 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (57)
Tzaneen
Tzaneen precinct
Total crimes
1,189
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 20% fewer crimes
Crime split
396 violent · 324 property · 469 other
5 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (145)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Phalaborwa had 813 fewer reported crimes (376 vs 1,189)
- 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 813 fewer reported crimes than Tzaneen (376 vs 1,189 — 68% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Phalaborwa vs Tzaneen?
Phalaborwa (Phalaborwa precinct) reported 376 serious crimes, while Tzaneen (Tzaneen precinct) reported 1,189 serious 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.