# Crime & Safety — 5016, SA

Recorded crime in the area — the overall offence rate per 100,000 residents, the mix of offence types, and how it is changing. Sourced from state and territory police data; offence definitions differ by state, so comparisons across state lines are indicative only.

Area: 5016, SA (Postcode)

Crime rates have dropped by 17.1% over the last five years in postcode 5016, a fall that is more significant than in most other areas. Despite this, the area still records 6,609 offences per 100,000 people, which remains much higher than most similar places.

Theft is the most common crime here, making up 61.6% of all recorded offences. Other major types include assault and related crimes at 14%, property damage at 12.8%, and burglary at 5.4%.

Theft is a major issue with 4,073 incidents, a rate much higher than most areas. Property damage and assault rates are also higher than usual, while burglary and motor vehicle theft are lower or around the middle for similar places.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 6,609 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 924 | — |
| Robbery rate | 43 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 355 | — |
| Theft rate | 4,073 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 129 | — |
| Property damage rate | 849 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -17.1% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5016/5016-sa/topic/crime-safety