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Makhaza Precinct

City of Cape Town|2 suburbs|Part of Cape Flats
Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year SAPS Data Report error
Crime in Makhaza increased 18.9% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025, with 3,124 reported crimes in Apr 2025–Mar 2026. The most reported crime is Aggravated robbery (622 cases). Aggravated robbery saw the biggest increase (+171). 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

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Khayelitsha Site CMakhaza

Crime volume

High

in Western Cape · Very High nationally

Reported crimes

3,124

Apr 2025–Mar 2026 · Full year

vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025

↑ 18.9%

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Updated · SAPS Q4 2025-26 release

Crime in Makhaza rose 18.9% vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025.

Crime breakdown

Top reported offences in 2025-2026

Top reported crime categories in Makhaza precinct, 2025-2026
Crime categoryReported count
Aggravated robbery		622
Common assault		494
Drug-related crime		386
Serious assault		267
Malicious damage		213
All theft not mentioned elsewhere		182
Residential burglary		170
Commercial crime		121
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Category2025-20262024-2025Change
Aggravated robbery622451+171
Common assault494505-11
Drug-related crime386307+79
Serious assault267256+11
Malicious damage213220-7
All theft not mentioned elsewhere182149+33
Residential burglary170129+41
Commercial crime12188+33
Common robbery9952+47
Murder8371+12
Rape7786-9
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs7343+30
Vehicle theft6131+30
Shoplifting4225+17
Theft from vehicle4232+10
Attempted murder3532+3
Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition3039-9
Crimen injuria2428-4
Arson2311+12
Business burglary2218+4
Culpable homicide1610+6
Kidnapping1322-9
Attempted sexual offences83+5
Public violence80+8
Sexual assault811-3
Neglect and ill-treatment of children34-1
Contact sexual offences14-3
Sexual offences detected as a result of police action10+1
Abduction000
Stock-theft000
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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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