Groot-Drakenstein Crime Statistics
Groot-Drakenstein, Cape Winelands, Western Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Crime Breakdown — Groot-Drakenstein (2025)
Groot-Drakenstein Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Groot-Drakenstein Crime Breakdown (2025)
Is Groot-Drakenstein Safe?
Groot-Drakenstein has moderate safety levels.
Groot-Drakenstein scores 47/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade D (High Risk). The crime rate in Groot-Drakenstein is 2,261 per 100,000 people, which is near the national average. Exercise normal precautions when moving around Groot-Drakenstein, especially at night.
Crime breakdown in Groot-Drakenstein
In 2025, Groot-Drakenstein recorded 636 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Groot-Drakenstein is All theft not mentioned elsewhere with 152 reported cases (23.9% of all crime in Groot-Drakenstein), followed by Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm at 131 cases (20.6%) and Common assault at 92 cases (14.5%).
Compared to 2024, crime in Groot-Drakenstein has increased by 18.2%, indicating a worsening trend for the Groot-Drakenstein area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common crimes in Groot-Drakenstein?
The most reported crimes in Groot-Drakenstein are All theft not mentioned elsewhere (152 cases), Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm (131 cases), Common assault (92 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.
How does Groot-Drakenstein compare to other areas in Cape Winelands?
Groot-Drakenstein has a crime rate of 2,261 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in Cape Winelands, Mcgregor is safer with a rate of 888 per 100k.
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Other Precincts in Cape Winelands
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcgregor | 37,509 | 250 | 888 | B (76) |
| Touws River | 37,509 | 449 | 1,597 | C (60) |
| Bonnievale | 37,509 | 479 | 1,704 | C (57) |
| Rawsonville | 37,509 | 533 | 1,896 | C (53) |
| Ashton | 37,509 | 644 | 2,290 | D (47) |
| Saron | 37,509 | 679 | 2,413 | D (45) |
| Prince Alfred Hamlet | 37,509 | 760 | 2,701 | D (42) |
| Wolseley | 37,509 | 792 | 2,815 | D (40) |
| Klapmuts | 37,509 | 866 | 3,079 | D (36) |
| Montagu | 37,509 | 871 | 3,095 | D (36) |
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