Central Karoo Crime Statistics
Central Karoo, Western Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Total Crimes (2025)
4,056
8.9%
Crime Rate per 100k
3,970
Population
102,175
Precincts
5
Is Central Karoo Safe?
Central Karoo recorded a crime rate of 3,970 per 100,000 people in the latest SAPS data — 29.4% below the Western Cape provincial average of 5,626 per 100,000. Of the 5 police precincts in Central Karoo, 0 are rated A or B (Safe to Very Safe), while 4 are rated D or F (High Risk). Crime increased by 8.9% compared to the previous year.
Precincts in Central Karoo
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort West | 20,435 | 2,371 | 15,469 | F (1) |
| Laingsburg | 20,435 | 588 | 3,837 | F (28) |
| Prince Albert | 20,435 | 517 | 3,372 | F (32) |
| Leeu Gamka | 20,435 | 332 | 2,168 | D (49) |
| Murraysburg | 20,435 | 248 | 1,620 | C (59) |
Central Karoo Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Central Karoo Crime Breakdown (2025)
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