Barberton vs Hazyview: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Hazyview had 1,621 fewer reported crimes than Barberton (816 vs 2,437 — 67% difference).
Barberton
Barberton precinct
Total crimes
2,437
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 4.8% more crimes
Crime split
1,010 violent · 284 property · 1,143 other
46 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (303)
Hazyview
Hazyview precinct
Total crimes
816
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 16.4% fewer crimes
Crime split
301 violent · 149 property · 366 other
17 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (104)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Hazyview had 1,621 fewer reported crimes (816 vs 2,437)
- Hazyview is improving while Barberton is worsening
- Most reported crime in Barberton: Serious assault · In Hazyview: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barberton safer than Hazyview?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Hazyview had 1,621 fewer reported crimes than Barberton (816 vs 2,437 — 67% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Barberton vs Hazyview?
Barberton (Barberton precinct) reported 2,437 crimes, while Hazyview (Hazyview precinct) reported 816 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.