Douglas vs Prieska: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Prieska had 372 fewer reported crimes than Douglas (337 vs 709 — 52% difference).
Douglas
Douglas precinct
Total crimes
709
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↑ 4.4% more crimes
Crime split
348 violent · 208 property · 153 other
4 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (164)
Prieska
Prieska precinct
Total crimes
337
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 9.3% fewer crimes
Crime split
146 violent · 65 property · 126 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (54)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Prieska had 372 fewer reported crimes (337 vs 709)
- Prieska is improving while Douglas is worsening
- Most reported crime in Douglas: Serious assault · In Prieska: Serious assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Douglas safer than Prieska?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Prieska had 372 fewer reported crimes than Douglas (337 vs 709 — 52% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Douglas vs Prieska?
Douglas (Douglas precinct) reported 709 serious crimes, while Prieska (Prieska precinct) reported 337 serious 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.