Lydenburg vs Sabie: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Sabie had 968 fewer reported crimes than Lydenburg (522 vs 1,490 — 65% difference).
Lydenburg
Lydenburg precinct
Total crimes
1,490
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 3.4% fewer crimes
Crime split
377 violent · 352 property · 761 other
8 murders
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (186)
Sabie
Sabie precinct
Total crimes
522
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
187 violent · 102 property · 233 other
5 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (81)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Sabie had 968 fewer reported crimes (522 vs 1,490)
- Lydenburg is improving while Sabie is worsening
- Most reported crime in Lydenburg: Residential burglary · In Sabie: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lydenburg safer than Sabie?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Sabie had 968 fewer reported crimes than Lydenburg (522 vs 1,490 — 65% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Lydenburg vs Sabie?
Lydenburg (Lydenburg precinct) reported 1,490 crimes, while Sabie (Sabie precinct) reported 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.