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Van Zylsrus Crime Statistics

John Taolo Gaetsewe|1 suburb
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Van Zylsrus increased 57.9% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 30 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026, and is 50% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Serious assault (10 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

30

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↑ 57.9%

more crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 50%

above 2018-2019

Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Van Zylsrus rose 57.9% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Van Zylsrus precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Serious assault
10
Stock-theft
5
Commercial crime
3
All theft not mentioned elsewhere
2
Malicious damage
2
Attempted murder
1
Business burglary
1
Culpable homicide
1
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Serious assault102+8
Stock-theft54+1
Commercial crime30+3
All theft not mentioned elsewhere20+2
Malicious damage24-2
Attempted murder10+1
Business burglary12-1
Culpable homicide10+1
Drug-related crime12-1
Neglect and ill-treatment of children10+1
Rape110
Sexual assault10+1
Shoplifting10+1
Abduction000
Arson000
Attempted sexual offences000
Residential burglary01-1
Common assault03-3
Common robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Crimen injuria000
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs000
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Kidnapping000
Murder000
Public violence000
Aggravated robbery000
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action000
Vehicle theft000
Theft from vehicle000
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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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