Harry Gwala Crime Statistics
Harry Gwala, KwaZulu-Natal — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Total Crimes (2025)
6,892
3.5%
Crime Rate per 100k
1,222
Population
563,892
Precincts
14
Is Harry Gwala Safe?
Harry Gwala recorded a crime rate of 1,222 per 100,000 people in the latest SAPS data — 53.3% below the KwaZulu-Natal provincial average of 2,614 per 100,000. Of the 14 police precincts in Harry Gwala, 8 are rated A or B (Safe to Very Safe), while 3 are rated D or F (High Risk). Crime decreased by 3.5% compared to the previous year.
Precincts in Harry Gwala
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokstad | 40,278 | 2,249 | 7,446 | F (11) |
| Umzimkhulu | 40,278 | 859 | 2,843 | D (40) |
| Ixopo | 40,278 | 698 | 2,311 | D (46) |
| Highflats | 40,278 | 603 | 1,996 | C (52) |
| Ibisi | 40,278 | 547 | 1,810 | C (55) |
| Bulwer | 40,278 | 450 | 1,490 | C (61) |
| Intsikeni | 40,278 | 327 | 1,082 | B (70) |
| Himeville | 40,278 | 298 | 986 | B (73) |
| Donnybrook | 40,278 | 240 | 794 | B (78) |
| Creighton | 40,278 | 211 | 698 | A (80) |
Harry Gwala Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Harry Gwala Crime Breakdown (2025)
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