Citrusdal Crime Statistics
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About this data
These are raw crime counts from SAPS — not adjusted for population. Areas with more residents will naturally report more crimes. The most reliable indicator is the trend over time, which compares this area against its own history. Learn more
Crime volume
Low
in Western Cape · Moderate nationally
Reported crimes
691
2025-2026 · 9 of 12 months
vs Apr–Dec 2024
↓ 2.7%
fewer crimes vs Apr–Dec 2024
(based on 3 of 4 quarters)
vs pre-COVID baseline
↑ 12.6%
above 2018-2019
What's changing?
Biggest changes vs Apr–Dec 2024
Drug-related crime dropped significantly (-22) while Common assault increased (+22).
Crime trend by year
Hollow points with dashed lines indicate years with fewer than 4 quarters of data. These totals may be lower because not all quarters have been released by SAPS.
Crime breakdown
Top reported offences in 2025-2026
| Crime category | Reported count |
|---|---|
| Drug-related crime | 293 |
| Serious assault | 108 |
| Common assault | 89 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 42 |
| Malicious damage | 29 |
| Residential burglary | 26 |
| Rape | 17 |
| Crimen injuria | 14 |
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| Category | 2025-2026 | 2024-2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug-related crime | 293 | 315 | -22 |
| Serious assault | 108 | 102 | +6 |
| Common assault | 89 | 67 | +22 |
| Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs | 42 | 35 | +7 |
| Malicious damage | 29 | 22 | +7 |
| Residential burglary | 26 | 37 | -11 |
| Rape | 17 | 16 | +1 |
| Crimen injuria | 14 | 6 | +8 |
| Murder | 11 | 12 | -1 |
| Aggravated robbery | 11 | 14 | -3 |
| Business burglary | 9 | 25 | -16 |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 7 | -1 |
| Attempted murder | 5 | 1 | +4 |
| Common robbery | 5 | 6 | -1 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 3 | +2 |
| Theft from vehicle | 5 | 13 | -8 |
| Culpable homicide | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Neglect and ill-treatment of children | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Attempted sexual offences | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Public violence | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 | -2 |
| Contact sexual offences | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illegal possession of firearms and ammunition | 1 | 2 | -1 |
| Robbery at non-residential premises | 1 | 7 | -6 |
| Vehicle theft | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Abduction | 0 | 1 | -1 |
| Bank robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carjacking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery at residential premises | 0 | 3 | -3 |
| Robbery of cash in transit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stock-theft | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck hijacking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Compare with nearby areas
Other precincts in West Coast
Sorted by total reported crimes (lowest first)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data Sources & Notes
- Crime data: SAPS quarterly crime statistics
- SAPS data reflects reported crime only. Crime reporting rates vary by area.
- This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for safety or property decisions. Full disclaimer
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