Vanwyksvlei Crime Statistics
See how Vanwyksvlei compares to other Northern Cape precincts vs Apr–Dec 2024 →
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
Low
in Northern Cape · Very Low nationally
Reported crimes
47
2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 32.3%
fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024
(based on 3 of 4 quarters)
vs pre-COVID baseline
↓ 13%
below 2018-2019
What's changing?
Biggest changes vs Apr–Dec 2024
Residential burglary dropped significantly (-12) while Drug-related crime increased (+6).
Crime trend by year
Hollow points with dashed lines indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data. These totals may be lower because not all quarters have been released by SAPS.
Crime breakdown
Top reported offences in 2025-2026
| Crime category | Reported count |
|---|---|
| Drug-related crime | 13 |
| Serious assault | 9 |
| Stock-theft | 9 |
| Business burglary | 4 |
| Common assault | 2 |
| Rape | 2 |
| Shoplifting | 2 |
| Attempted murder | 1 |
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| Category | 2025-2026 | 2024-2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug-related crime | 13 | 7 | +6 |
| Serious assault | 9 | 17 | -8 |
| Stock-theft | 9 | 11 | -2 |
| Business burglary | 4 | 6 | -2 |
| Common assault | 2 | 6 | -4 |
| Rape | 2 | 0 | +2 |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0 | +2 |
| Attempted murder | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Malicious damage | 1 | 5 | -4 |
| Murder | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Neglect and ill-treatment of children | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Vehicle theft | 1 | 0 | +1 |
| Abduction | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Attempted sexual offences | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bank robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Residential burglary | 0 | 12 | -12 |
| Carjacking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Common robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Contact sexual offences | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Crimen injuria | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Culpable homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Public violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery at non-residential premises | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Robbery at residential premises | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery of cash in transit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated robbery | 0 | 2 | -2 |
| Theft from vehicle | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck hijacking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Compare with nearby areas
Other precincts in Pixley ka Seme
Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about crime in Vanwyksvlei
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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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