Port St Johns Crime Statistics
Port St Johns, OR Tambo (Mthatha), Eastern Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Crime Breakdown — Port St Johns (2025)
Port St Johns Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Port St Johns Crime Breakdown (2025)
Is Port St Johns Safe?
Yes, Port St Johns is relatively safe.
Port St Johns scores 65/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade B (Safe). With a crime rate of 1,370 per 100,000 people, Port St Johns sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Port St Johns can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.
Crime breakdown in Port St Johns
In 2025, Port St Johns recorded 772 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Port St Johns is Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm with 189 reported cases (24.5% of all crime in Port St Johns), followed by Drug-Related Crime at 145 cases (18.8%) and Common assault at 92 cases (11.9%).
Compared to 2024, crime in Port St Johns has decreased by 9.6%, a positive sign for the Port St Johns community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common crimes in Port St Johns?
The most reported crimes in Port St Johns are Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (189 cases), Drug-Related Crime (145 cases), Common assault (92 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.
How does Port St Johns compare to other areas in OR Tambo (Mthatha)?
Port St Johns has a crime rate of 1,370 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in OR Tambo (Mthatha), Bityi is safer with a rate of 0 per 100k.
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Other Precincts in OR Tambo (Mthatha)
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bityi | 75,085 | 0 | 0 | N/A (0) |
| Majola | 75,085 | 89 | 158 | A (97) |
| Hlababomvu | 75,085 | 107 | 190 | A (95) |
| Coffee Bay | 75,085 | 133 | 236 | A (94) |
| Thina Falls | 75,085 | 168 | 298 | A (91) |
| Mtontsasa | 75,085 | 207 | 368 | A (89) |
| Kwaaiman | 75,085 | 237 | 421 | A (88) |
| Sulenkama | 75,085 | 413 | 734 | B (79) |
| Ngangelizwe | 75,085 | 757 | 1,344 | B (66) |
| Flagstaff | 75,085 | 809 | 1,437 | C (63) |
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