# Crime & Safety — 5302, 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: 5302, SA (Postcode)

Crime rates in postcode 5302 are around the middle for similar areas, but they have dropped significantly recently. The number of recorded offences fell by 46.2% over the last five years, making it one of the lowest drops for its type of area.

There were 1,637 recorded offences per 100,000 people. Theft was the most common crime at 35.7%, followed by burglary at 21.4%.

Most specific crime rates are lower than most areas. This includes theft at 585 and burglary at 351, while assault and property damage are both much lower than most areas at 234.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 1,637 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 234 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 351 | — |
| Theft rate | 585 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 117 | — |
| Property damage rate | 234 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -46.2% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5302/5302-sa/topic/crime-safety