Mafikeng vs Zeerust: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Zeerust had 2,662 fewer reported crimes than Mafikeng (1,194 vs 3,856 — 69% difference).
Mafikeng
Mahikeng precinct
Total crimes
3,856
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 2.2% more crimes
Crime split
1,336 violent · 656 property · 1,864 other
21 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (486)
Zeerust
Zeerust precinct
Total crimes
1,194
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 5.8% more crimes
Crime split
377 violent · 309 property · 508 other
9 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (131)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Zeerust had 2,662 fewer reported crimes (1,194 vs 3,856)
- Most reported crime in Mafikeng: Serious assault · In Zeerust: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mafikeng safer than Zeerust?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Zeerust had 2,662 fewer reported crimes than Mafikeng (1,194 vs 3,856 — 69% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Mafikeng vs Zeerust?
Mafikeng (Mahikeng precinct) reported 3,856 crimes, while Zeerust (Zeerust precinct) reported 1,194 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.