Carnarvon vs Fraserburg: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Fraserburg had 444 fewer reported crimes than Carnarvon (92 vs 536 — 83% difference).
Carnarvon
Carnarvon precinct
Total crimes
536
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 15.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
268 violent · 86 property · 182 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Common assault (125)
Fraserburg
Fraserburg precinct
Total crimes
92
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 35.2% fewer crimes
Crime split
32 violent · 27 property · 33 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (15)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Fraserburg had 444 fewer reported crimes (92 vs 536)
- Most reported crime in Carnarvon: Common assault · In Fraserburg: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carnarvon safer than Fraserburg?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Fraserburg had 444 fewer reported crimes than Carnarvon (92 vs 536 — 83% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Carnarvon vs Fraserburg?
Carnarvon (Carnarvon precinct) reported 536 crimes, while Fraserburg (Fraserburg precinct) reported 92 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.