Johannesburg Crime Statistics
Johannesburg, Gauteng — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Total Crimes (2025)
130,502
1.4%
Crime Rate per 100k
2,717
Population
4,803,246
Precincts
42
Is Johannesburg Safe?
Johannesburg recorded a crime rate of 2,717 per 100,000 people in the latest SAPS data — 10.5% below the Gauteng provincial average of 3,035 per 100,000. Of the 42 police precincts in Johannesburg, 2 are rated A or B (Safe to Very Safe), while 33 are rated D or F (High Risk). Crime decreased by 1.4% compared to the previous year.
Precincts in Johannesburg
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JHB Central | 114,363 | 7,102 | 8,280 | F (8) |
| Midrand | 114,363 | 6,011 | 7,008 | F (12) |
| Roodepoort | 114,363 | 5,750 | 6,704 | F (13) |
| Honeydew | 114,363 | 5,456 | 6,361 | F (14) |
| Sandton | 114,363 | 5,127 | 5,977 | F (16) |
| Hillbrow | 114,363 | 4,635 | 5,404 | F (18) |
| Eldorado Park | 114,363 | 4,460 | 5,200 | F (18) |
| Alexandra | 114,363 | 4,446 | 5,183 | F (19) |
| Jeppe | 114,363 | 4,389 | 5,117 | F (19) |
| Moroka | 114,363 | 3,924 | 4,575 | F (21) |
Johannesburg Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Johannesburg Crime Breakdown (2025)
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