Graafwater Crime Statistics
Graafwater, West Coast, Western Cape — Latest SAPS Crime Data
Crime Breakdown — Graafwater (2025)
Graafwater Crime Trend (2018-2025)
Graafwater Crime Breakdown (2025)
Is Graafwater Safe?
Graafwater has moderate safety levels.
Graafwater scores 62/100 on our safety index, earning a Grade C (Moderate). The crime rate in Graafwater is 1,488 per 100,000 people, which is near the national average. Exercise normal precautions when moving around Graafwater, especially at night.
Crime breakdown in Graafwater
In 2025, Graafwater recorded 222 total crimes. The most prevalent crime in Graafwater is Drug-Related Crime with 65 reported cases (29.3% of all crime in Graafwater), followed by All theft not mentioned elsewhere at 52 cases (23.4%) and Common assault at 49 cases (22.1%).
Compared to 2024, crime in Graafwater has increased by 20.7%, indicating a worsening trend for the Graafwater area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common crimes in Graafwater?
The most reported crimes in Graafwater are Drug-Related Crime (65 cases), All theft not mentioned elsewhere (52 cases), Common assault (49 cases). These figures are based on 2025 SAPS data.
How does Graafwater compare to other areas in West Coast?
Graafwater has a crime rate of 1,488 per 100k. Compared to other precincts in West Coast, Nuwerus is safer with a rate of 503 per 100k.
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Other Precincts in West Coast
| Precinct | Population | Crimes | Rate | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuwerus | 19,896 | 75 | 503 | A (85) |
| Elands Bay | 19,896 | 119 | 799 | B (77) |
| Redelinghuys | 19,896 | 131 | 880 | B (76) |
| Doring Bay | 19,896 | 150 | 1,005 | B (72) |
| Eendekuil | 19,896 | 181 | 1,211 | B (68) |
| Vanrhynsdorp | 19,896 | 269 | 1,804 | C (55) |
| Hopefield | 19,896 | 337 | 2,257 | D (47) |
| Lambertsbaai | 19,896 | 474 | 3,177 | D (35) |
| Klawer | 19,896 | 493 | 3,302 | F (33) |
| Darling | 19,896 | 581 | 3,895 | F (27) |
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