# Crime & Safety — 5073, 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: 5073, SA (Postcode)

Daily life in postcode 5073 is becoming safer, with the crime rate falling by 21.8% over the last five years. While the area still records 2,596 offences per 100,000 people, which is higher than most areas, this significant downward trend shows a clear shift in the local environment.

The area has seen a sharp drop in crime over five years, a trend much lower than most other areas. Despite this improvement, the current number of recorded offences remains higher than in most similar locations.

Theft is the most common offence at 29.5%, while property damage accounts for 23.3%. Rates of robbery, motor vehicle theft, and burglary are all lower than most areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 2,596 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 547 | — |
| Robbery rate | 18 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 333 | — |
| Theft rate | 766 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 89 | — |
| Property damage rate | 606 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -21.8% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5073/5073-sa/topic/crime-safety