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Douglas vs Prieska: Crime Comparison

2025-2026 SAPS data

Prieska had 372 fewer reported crimes than Douglas (337 vs 709 — 52% difference).

Precinct-level data
This comparison uses police precinct data from SAPS. Crime figures cover the entire precinct area, which may extend beyond the named suburb.

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.