South African Police Service (SAPS) Data — Updated Quarterly

Coffee Bay Crime Statistics

Coffee Bay, OR Tambo (Mthatha), Eastern Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data

A94/100
Very Safe
Total Crimes
133
-16.9% vs 2024
Crime Rate
236
per 100k
Safety Score
94/100
Grade AVery Safe
Population
75,085

Crime Breakdown — Coffee Bay (2025)

Coffee Bay Crime Trend (2018-2025)

Coffee Bay Crime Breakdown (2025)

Is Coffee Bay Safe?

Yes, Coffee Bay is relatively safe.

Coffee Bay scores 94/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade A (Very Safe). With a crime rate of 236 per 100,000 people, Coffee Bay sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Coffee Bay can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.

vs National Average
-92%
Well below average
Year-on-Year
-16.9%
Crime decreasing
Top Crime
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
26% of all crime
Rank in OR Tambo (Mthatha)
3/19
Among safest

Crime breakdown in Coffee Bay

In 2025, Coffee Bay recorded 133 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Coffee Bay is Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs with 35 reported cases (26.3% of all crime in Coffee Bay), followed by Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm at 21 cases (15.8%) and All theft not mentioned elsewhere at 15 cases (11.3%).

Compared to 2024, crime in Coffee Bay has decreased by 16.9%, a positive sign for the Coffee Bay community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common crimes in Coffee Bay?

The most reported crimes in Coffee Bay are Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (35 cases), Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (21 cases), All theft not mentioned elsewhere (15 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.

How does Coffee Bay compare to other areas in OR Tambo (Mthatha)?

Coffee Bay has a crime rate of 236 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in OR Tambo (Mthatha), Bityi is safer with a rate of 0 per 100k.

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