Gugulethu vs Khayelitsha: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Gugulethu had 636 fewer reported crimes than Khayelitsha (3,954 vs 4,590 — 14% difference).
Gugulethu
Gugulethu precinct
Total crimes
3,954
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 2.1% fewer crimes
Crime split
1,563 violent · 231 property · 2,160 other
164 murders
Most reported crime
Aggravated robbery (411)
Khayelitsha
Khayelitsha precinct
Total crimes
4,590
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 15.5% fewer crimes
Crime split
2,092 violent · 217 property · 2,281 other
139 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (668)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Gugulethu had 636 fewer reported crimes (3,954 vs 4,590)
- Most reported crime in Gugulethu: Aggravated robbery · In Khayelitsha: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gugulethu safer than Khayelitsha?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Gugulethu had 636 fewer reported crimes than Khayelitsha (3,954 vs 4,590 — 14% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Gugulethu vs Khayelitsha?
Gugulethu (Gugulethu precinct) reported 3,954 serious crimes, while Khayelitsha (Khayelitsha precinct) reported 4,590 serious 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.