Observatory vs Woodstock: Crime Comparison
2025-2026 SAPS data
Observatory had 1,317 fewer reported crimes than Woodstock (458 vs 1,775 — 74% difference).
Observatory
Mowbray precinct
Total crimes
458
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 19.9% fewer crimes
Crime split
90 violent · 237 property · 131 other
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (148)
Woodstock
Woodstock precinct
Total crimes
1,775
Apr–Dec 2025
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↑ 4.2% more crimes
Crime split
530 violent · 671 property · 574 other
8 murders
Most reported crime
Theft from vehicle (412)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Observatory had 1,317 fewer reported crimes (458 vs 1,775)
- Observatory is improving while Woodstock is worsening
- Most reported crime in Observatory: Theft from vehicle · In Woodstock: Theft from vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Observatory safer than Woodstock?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Observatory had 1,317 fewer reported crimes than Woodstock (458 vs 1,775 — 74% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Observatory vs Woodstock?
Observatory (Mowbray precinct) reported 458 serious crimes, while Woodstock (Woodstock precinct) reported 1,775 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.