# Crime & Safety — 5081, 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: 5081, SA (Postcode)

Much higher crime rates than most areas mark postcode 5081, where 6,127 offences are recorded per 100,000 people. While the crime rate rose by 2.2% over five years, this increase was around the middle for its level. Theft and property damage are the most common issues here.

Recorded offences per 100,000 people stand at 6,127, which is much higher than most areas. Theft is the most frequent offence at 40.3%, followed by property damage at 18.8% and burglary at 17.9%.

Theft is particularly common with 2,471 offences, a rate much higher than most areas. Property damage (1,155), burglary (1,094), and motor vehicle theft (233) are also higher than most areas, while assault rates are around the middle for its level.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 6,127 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 841 | — |
| Robbery rate | 61 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 1,094 | — |
| Theft rate | 2,471 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 233 | — |
| Property damage rate | 1,155 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | 2.2% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5081/5081-sa/topic/crime-safety