Hattingspruit Crime Statistics
Hattingspruit, Amajuba (Newcastle), KwaZulu-Natal — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Crime Breakdown — Hattingspruit (2025)
Hattingspruit Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Hattingspruit Crime Breakdown (2025)
Is Hattingspruit Safe?
Yes, Hattingspruit is relatively safe.
Hattingspruit scores 94/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade A (Very Safe). With a crime rate of 243 per 100,000 people, Hattingspruit sits well below the national average. Residents and visitors in Hattingspruit can generally feel secure, though standard urban precautions still apply.
Crime breakdown in Hattingspruit
In 2025, Hattingspruit recorded 114 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Hattingspruit is Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm with 33 reported cases (28.9% of all crime in Hattingspruit), followed by Common assault at 28 cases (24.6%) and Stock Theft at 19 cases (16.7%).
Compared to 2024, crime in Hattingspruit has decreased by 11.6%, a positive sign for the Hattingspruit community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common crimes in Hattingspruit?
The most reported crimes in Hattingspruit are Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (33 cases), Common assault (28 cases), Stock Theft (19 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.
How does Hattingspruit compare to other areas in Amajuba (Newcastle)?
Hattingspruit has a crime rate of 243 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Amajuba (Newcastle), Groenvlei is safer with a rate of 122 per 100k.
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Other Precincts in Amajuba (Newcastle)
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groenvlei | 62,492 | 57 | 122 | A (98) |
| Kingsley | 62,492 | 74 | 158 | A (97) |
| Charlestown | 62,492 | 101 | 216 | A (94) |
| Normandien | 62,492 | 114 | 243 | A (94) |
| Ingogo | 62,492 | 131 | 280 | A (92) |
| Utrecht | 62,492 | 572 | 1,221 | B (68) |
| Dannhauser | 62,492 | 1,077 | 2,298 | D (47) |
| Osizweni | 62,492 | 3,655 | 7,798 | F (10) |
| Madadeni | 62,492 | 3,930 | 8,385 | F (8) |
| Newcastle | 62,492 | 4,063 | 8,668 | F (7) |
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