# Crime & Safety — 5044, 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: 5044, SA (Postcode)

A 27.3% drop in the crime rate over five years marks a significant downward trend for postcode 5044. While this is a much lower rate of change than most areas, the overall volume of recorded offences remains higher than in most other similar places.

There were 2,574 recorded offences per 100,000 people, a figure that is higher than most areas. Theft is the most common issue, accounting for 43.3% of all crimes, followed by property damage at 16.4%.

Theft is a major driver of local figures, with a rate of 1,114 that is higher than most areas. In contrast, the rates for robbery, burglary, and assault are all lower than most other similar places.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 2,574 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 389 | — |
| Robbery rate | 9 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 371 | — |
| Theft rate | 1,114 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 130 | — |
| Property damage rate | 423 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -27.3% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5044/5044-sa/topic/crime-safety