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Van Zylsrus Crime Statistics

John Taolo Gaetsewe|1 suburb
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Van Zylsrus increased 64.7% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 21 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 40% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Serious assault (9 cases). Serious assault saw the biggest increase (+8). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

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About this data

These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more

Crime volume

Very Low

in Northern Cape

Reported crimes

21

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 64.7%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 40%

above 2018-2019

Crime in Van Zylsrus rose 64.7% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Van Zylsrus precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Serious assault
9
Stock-theft
4
Malicious damage
2
Business burglary
1
Culpable homicide
1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children
1
Rape
1
Sexual assault
1
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Serious assault91+8
Stock-theft43+1
Malicious damage23-1
Business burglary110
Culpable homicide10+1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children10+1
Rape110
Sexual assault10+1
Shoplifting10+1
Abduction000
Arson000
Attempted murder000
Attempted sexual offences000
Bank robbery000
Residential burglary01-1
Carjacking000
Common assault02-2
Common robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Crimen injuria000
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs000
Drug-related crime01-1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Kidnapping000
Murder000
Public violence000
Robbery at non-residential premises000
Robbery at residential premises000
Robbery of cash in transit000
Aggravated robbery000
Vehicle theft000
Theft from vehicle000
Truck hijacking000
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Data Sources & Notes

  • Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
  • SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
  • This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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