Skip to main content
SafeSuburb logo SafeSuburb

Delft Precinct

City of Cape Town|6 suburbs|Part of Cape Flats
3 of 4 quarters (Apr 2025 – Dec 2025) SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Delft increased 5.5% vs Apr–Dec 2024, with 8,058 reported serious crimes in Apr–Dec 2025, and is 10.9% above its pre-COVID level. The most reported crime is Drug-related crime (2829 cases). Drug-related crime saw the biggest increase (+265). Raw counts are not adjusted for population. Source: SAPS quarterly release.

See how Delft compares to other Western 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

View 6 suburbs in this precinct

All these suburbs share the same crime statistics because SAPS reports data at precinct level.

DelftDelft SouthEindhovenLeidenThe HagueVoorbrug

Crime volume

Very High

in Western Cape

Reported crimes

8,058

2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months

vs Apr–Dec 2024

↑ 5.5%

more crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024

(based on 3 of 4 quarters)

vs pre-COVID baseline

↑ 10.9%

above 2018-2019

Compare with other areas →
Crime in Delft rose 5.5% vs Apr–Dec 2024.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Delft precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Drug-related crime		2,829
Common assault		895
Aggravated robbery		745
Malicious damage		676
Serious assault		565
Residential burglary		399
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs		202
Murder		188
View full crime breakdown table
Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Drug-related crime2,8292,564+265
Common assault895824+71
Aggravated robbery745829-84
Malicious damage676709-33
Serious assault565493+72
Residential burglary399363+36
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs202168+34
Murder188201-13
Carjacking182215-33
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition176165+11
Rape162135+27
Common robbery154153+1
Shoplifting15484+70
Theft from vehicle142140+2
Crimen injuria133132+1
Attempted murder108144-36
Vehicle theft10170+31
Robbery at residential premises7585-10
Sexual assault3730+7
Kidnapping3433+1
Arson2713+14
Business burglary1421-7
Culpable homicide1324-11
Neglect and ill-treatment of children123+9
Attempted sexual offences108+2
Robbery at non-residential premises1013-3
Contact sexual offences714-7
Public violence42+2
Abduction24-2
Robbery of cash in transit10+1
Stock-theft110
Bank robbery000
Truck hijacking000
Share this page
WhatsApp

Compare with nearby areas

Other precincts in City of Cape Town

Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)

Table Bay Harbour

182 crimes ↓ 6.9%

Simon's Town

204 crimes ↓ 17.8%

Camps Bay

206 crimes ↓ 10.4%

Melkbosstrand

210 crimes ↓ 5.7%

Philadelphia

220 crimes ↓ 10.4%

Rondebosch

412 crimes ↓ 30.3%
See all precincts in City of Cape Town →

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about crime in Delft

Check another area

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
  • Full methodology →