# Crime & Safety — 5271, 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: 5271, SA (Postcode)

Nearly 3,000 recorded offences per 100,000 people make crime rates in postcode 5271 higher than most areas. While the overall crime rate fell by 17.6% over five years—a drop larger than most other areas—the region still faces significant safety challenges.

Crime levels here remain higher than most areas, with 2,988 offences per 100,000 people. Assault and related crimes are the most common, making up 28.4% of the total, followed by property damage and theft.

Assault and related crime rates are higher than most areas at 848 per 100,000. In contrast, motor vehicle theft is among the lowest at this level, while burglary, property damage, and theft rates sit around the middle for similar areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 2,988 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 848 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 509 | — |
| Theft rate | 666 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 26 | — |
| Property damage rate | 757 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -17.6% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5271/5271-sa/topic/crime-safety