Gugulethu vs Khayelitsha: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Gugulethu had 722 fewer reported crimes than Khayelitsha (5,640 vs 6,362 — 11% difference).
Gugulethu
Gugulethu precinct
Total crimes
5,640
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 2.8% fewer crimes
Crime split
2,035 violent · 306 property · 3,299 other
213 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (535)
Khayelitsha
Khayelitsha precinct
Total crimes
6,362
Apr 2025–Mar 2026
vs Apr 2024–Mar 2025
↓ 13.6% fewer crimes
Crime split
2,767 violent · 306 property · 3,289 other
187 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (919)
Crime trend over time
At a glance
- Gugulethu had 722 fewer reported crimes (5,640 vs 6,362)
- Most reported crime in Gugulethu: Common assault · 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 722 fewer reported crimes than Khayelitsha (5,640 vs 6,362 — 11% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Gugulethu vs Khayelitsha?
Gugulethu (Gugulethu precinct) reported 5,640 crimes, while Khayelitsha (Khayelitsha precinct) reported 6,362 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.