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Kanoneiland Crime Statistics

ZF Mgcawu|1 suburb
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Kanoneiland increased 77.8% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 80 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026, and is 29% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (21 cases). All theft not mentioned elsewhere saw the biggest increase (+12). 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

Low

in Northern Cape · Very Low nationally

Reported crimes

80

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↑ 77.8%

more crimes vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 29%

above 2018-2019

Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Kanoneiland rose 77.8% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Kanoneiland precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime
21
All theft not mentioned elsewhere
14
Serious assault
9
Attempted murder
6
Common assault
6
Rape
5
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
4
Malicious damage
3
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime2113+8
All theft not mentioned elsewhere142+12
Serious assault98+1
Attempted murder61+5
Common assault61+5
Rape53+2
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs40+4
Malicious damage330
Sexual assault30+3
Business burglary21+1
Residential burglary220
Murder21+1
Arson10+1
Commercial crime16-5
Stock-theft10+1
Abduction000
Attempted sexual offences000
Common robbery000
Contact sexual offences000
Crimen injuria000
Culpable homicide01-1
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition000
Kidnapping000
Neglect and ill-treatment of children000
Public violence000
Aggravated robbery01-1
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action000
Shoplifting000
Vehicle theft000
Theft from vehicle02-2
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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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