# Crime & Safety — 5311, 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: 5311, SA (Postcode)

Much higher crime rates than most areas mark postcode 5311, where recorded offences per 100,000 people sit at 4,523. This reflects a sharp 200% increase in crime over the last five years, one of the highest rises seen across similar regions.

Recorded offences are much higher than most areas, with 4,523 crimes per 100,000 people. Assaults (33.3%) and burglaries (27.8%) are the most common types of crime reported here.

Assault rates (1,508) and burglary rates (1,256) are both among the highest for similar areas, as is motor vehicle theft at 503. Conversely, property damage is lower than most areas, while theft sits around the middle.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 4,523 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 1,508 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 1,256 | — |
| Theft rate | 754 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 503 | — |
| Property damage rate | 503 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | 200.0% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5311/5311-sa/topic/crime-safety