# Crime & Safety — 5236, 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: 5236, SA (Postcode)

A much lower crime rate drop than most areas marks the recent trend for postcode 5236. While the total number of recorded offences per 100,000 people is 2,047, which is around the middle for its level, crime has fallen by 41.7% over the last five years.

Recorded offences per 100,000 people stand at 2,047. The most common types of crime in the area are assault and property damage, which both make up 42.9% of offences, while theft accounts for 14.3%.

The rates for assault and property damage are both 877, which is higher than most areas. In contrast, the theft rate is much lower than most areas at 292.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 2,047 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 877 | — |
| Theft rate | 292 | — |
| Property damage rate | 877 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -41.7% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5236/5236-sa/topic/crime-safety