Athlone vs Lansdowne: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Lansdowne had 2,985 fewer reported crimes than Athlone (1,749 vs 4,734 — 63% difference).
Athlone
Athlone precinct
Total crimes
4,734
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 4.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,327 violent · 588 property · 2,819 other
39 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (563)
Lansdowne
Lansdowne precinct
Total crimes
1,749
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 11.1% fewer crimes
Crime split
355 violent · 276 property · 1,118 other
12 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (128)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Lansdowne had 2,985 fewer reported crimes (1,749 vs 4,734)
- Most reported crime in Athlone: Common assault · In Lansdowne: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Athlone safer than Lansdowne?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Lansdowne had 2,985 fewer reported crimes than Athlone (1,749 vs 4,734 — 63% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Athlone vs Lansdowne?
Athlone (Athlone precinct) reported 4,734 crimes, while Lansdowne (Lansdowne precinct) reported 1,749 crimes. Note: these are precinct-level figures from SAPS, not suburb-specific counts.
Crime data from SAPS quarterly statistics. Methodology · Disclaimer
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions.