Vuwani Crime Statistics
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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
High
in Limpopo
Reported crimes
1,302
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 8.4%
fewer crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
vs pre-COVID baseline
↑ 16.1%
above 2018-2019
Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release
What's changing?
Biggest changes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
All theft not mentioned elsewhere dropped significantly (-57) while Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs increased (+39).
Crime trend by year
Crime breakdown
Top reported offences in 2025-2026
| Crime category | Reported count |
|---|---|
| Serious assault | 178 |
| Common assault | 177 |
| Residential burglary | 153 |
| Drug-related crime | 111 |
| Malicious damage | 95 |
| Aggravated robbery | 90 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 75 |
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 74 |
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| Category | 2025-2026 | 2024-2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serious assault | 178 | 176 | +2 |
| Common assault | 177 | 191 | -14 |
| Residential burglary | 153 | 198 | -45 |
| Drug-related crime | 111 | 85 | +26 |
| Malicious damage | 95 | 88 | +7 |
| Aggravated robbery | 90 | 113 | -23 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 75 | 36 | +39 |
| All theft not mentioned elsewhere | 74 | 131 | -57 |
| Business burglary | 71 | 98 | -27 |
| Rape | 71 | 55 | +16 |
| Commercial crime | 39 | 34 | +5 |
| Sexual offences detected as a result of police action | 32 | 38 | -6 |
| Common robbery | 30 | 36 | -6 |
| Theft from vehicle | 23 | 22 | +1 |
| Attempted murder | 18 | 27 | -9 |
| Murder | 11 | 13 | -2 |
| Stock-theft | 10 | 20 | -10 |
| Culpable homicide | 9 | 13 | -4 |
| Crimen injuria | 8 | 9 | -1 |
| Kidnapping | 8 | 5 | +3 |
| Attempted sexual offences | 4 | 8 | -4 |
| Vehicle theft | 4 | 2 | +2 |
| Arson | 3 | 5 | -2 |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 5 | -2 |
| Public violence | 2 | 0 | +2 |
| Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition | 1 | 4 | -3 |
| Neglect and ill-treatment of children | 1 | 4 | -3 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 | -2 |
| Abduction | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Contact sexual offences | 0 | 2 | -2 |
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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
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