# Crime & Safety — 5232, 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: 5232, SA (Postcode)

A huge 50% drop in the crime rate over five years makes postcode 5232 one of the fastest-improving areas for safety. While the overall number of offences is now around the middle for similar areas, property damage remains the most common issue.

The area saw its crime rate fall by 50% over five years, one of the biggest drops for its level. There were 2,118 recorded offences per 100,000 people, with property damage making up 66.7% of these cases.

Property damage is much higher than in most areas at 1,412 per 100,000 people. In contrast, the rates for theft and assault are both 235, which is much lower than most areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 2,118 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 235 | — |
| Theft rate | 235 | — |
| Property damage rate | 1,412 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -50.0% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5232/5232-sa/topic/crime-safety