Douglas vs Prieska: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Prieska had 655 fewer reported crimes than Douglas (512 vs 1,167 — 56% difference).
Douglas
Douglas precinct
Total crimes
1,167
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
463 violent · 249 property · 455 other
5 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (213)
Prieska
Prieska precinct
Total crimes
512
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 10.2% fewer crimes
Crime split
187 violent · 85 property · 240 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (77)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Prieska had 655 fewer reported crimes (512 vs 1,167)
- Prieska is improving while Prieska 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 655 fewer reported crimes than Douglas (512 vs 1,167 — 56% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Douglas vs Prieska?
Douglas (Douglas precinct) reported 1,167 crimes, while Prieska (Prieska precinct) reported 512 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.