Somerset West vs Strand: Crime Comparison
2026-2027 SAPS data
Somerset West had 260 fewer reported crimes than Strand (886 vs 1,146 — 23% difference).
Somerset West
Somerset West precinct
Total crimes
886
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↓ 11.7% fewer crimes
Crime split
136 violent · 132 property · 618 other
1 murder
Most reported crime
Residential burglary (55)
Strand
Strand precinct
Total crimes
1,146
Apr–Jun 2026
vs Apr–Jun 2025
↑ 4.3% more crimes
Crime split
187 violent · 135 property · 824 other
5 murders
Most reported crime
Common assault (107)
Crime trend over time
Dashed segments indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data.
At a glance
- Somerset West had 260 fewer reported crimes (886 vs 1,146)
- Somerset West is improving while Strand is worsening
- Most reported crime in Somerset West: Residential burglary · In Strand: Common assault
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somerset West safer than Strand?
SafeSuburb presents official SAPS data — we don't make safety judgements. Somerset West had 260 fewer reported crimes than Strand (886 vs 1,146 — 23% difference). Browse the crime statistics above to draw your own conclusions.
What is the crime rate in Somerset West vs Strand?
Somerset West (Somerset West precinct) reported 886 crimes, while Strand (Strand precinct) reported 1,146 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.