Kathu vs Kuruman: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Kathu had 657 fewer reported crimes than Kuruman (954 vs 1,611 — 41% difference).
Kathu
Kathu precinct
Total crimes
954
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
→ Stable
Crime split
256 violent · 201 property · 497 other
6 murders
Most reported crime
Serious assault (99)
Kuruman
Kuruman precinct
Total crimes
1,611
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↑ 12.4% more crimes
Crime split
379 violent · 486 property · 746 other
7 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (180)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Kathu had 657 fewer reported crimes (954 vs 1,611)
- Kuruman is improving while Kuruman is worsening
- Most reported crime in Kathu: Serious assault · In Kuruman: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kathu safer than Kuruman?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Kathu had 657 fewer reported crimes than Kuruman (954 vs 1,611 — 41% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Kathu vs Kuruman?
Kathu (Kathu precinct) reported 954 crimes, while Kuruman (Kuruman precinct) reported 1,611 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.