Brits vs Rustenburg: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Brits had 113 fewer reported crimes than Rustenburg (1,496 vs 1,609 — 7% difference).
Brits
Brits precinct
Total crimes
1,496
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
453 violent · 269 property · 774 other
11 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (144)
Rustenburg
Rustenburg precinct
Total crimes
1,609
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 5.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
345 violent · 334 property · 930 other
10 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (123)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Brits had 113 fewer reported crimes (1,496 vs 1,609)
- Rustenburg is improving while Rustenburg is worsening
- Most reported crime in Brits: Common assault · In Rustenburg: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brits safer than Rustenburg?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Brits had 113 fewer reported crimes than Rustenburg (1,496 vs 1,609 — 7% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Brits vs Rustenburg?
Brits (Brits precinct) reported 1,496 crimes, while Rustenburg (Rustenburg precinct) reported 1,609 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.