# Crime & Safety — 5086, 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: 5086, SA (Postcode)

Much higher crime rates than most other areas define postcode 5086, where the number of recorded offences has climbed by 16.4% over the last five years. This area has seen a significant rise in criminal activity, with 7,435 offences recorded per 100,000 people.

Theft is the most common offence here at 41.6%, followed by property damage at 18.9% and assault and related crimes at 18.6%. Unlawful entry and motor vehicle theft make up the remaining portions of the recorded crime.

Almost every major crime category is much higher than most areas. This includes theft (3,093), property damage (1,408), and assault (1,385) per 100,000 people, alongside much higher rates of burglary, vehicle theft and robbery.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 7,435 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 1,385 | — |
| Robbery rate | 79 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 863 | — |
| Theft rate | 3,093 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 244 | — |
| Property damage rate | 1,408 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | 16.4% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5086/5086-sa/topic/crime-safety