| Index | |
|---|---|
| Crime Index | 77.49 |
| Safety Index | 22.51 |
Crime rates in South Africa
| Level of crime | 80.98 | Very High |
| Crime increasing in the past 3 years | 79.16 | Very High |
| Worries home broken and things stolen | 76.78 | High |
| Worries being mugged or robbed | 76.34 | High |
| Worries car stolen | 74.84 | High |
| Worries things from car stolen | 73.48 | High |
| Worries attacked | 73.95 | High |
| Worries being insulted | 57.07 | High |
| Worries being subject to a physical attack because of your skin color, ethnic origin, gender or religion | 62.92 | Moderate |
| Problem people using or dealing drugs | 73.53 | High |
| Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft | 74.73 | High |
| Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery | 84.16 | Very High |
| Problem corruption and bribery | 86.37 | Very High |
Safety in South Africa
| Safety walking alone during daylight | 44.06 | Moderate |
| Safety walking alone during night | 17.85 | Very Low |
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Last update: August 2023
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Safety Index & Crime Rates in South Africa in 2023
South Africa is generally considered a safe country with relatively low crime rates, ranking highly on safety indices.
According to rankings, the overall crime rate in South Africa is lower than the global average and similar nations.
Violent crime like homicide and assault is rare, with rates per 100,000 residents around 9 which is low compared to world averages.
Petty crimes like pickpocketing or theft do occur, especially targeting tourists in big cities. However, they are not very common for residents.
Overall, the country’s reputation for rule of law, citizen welfare programs, and community trust in law enforcement contribute to an overall climate of safety and low crime. Residents and visitors alike can feel at ease thanks to South Africa high safety standards.