# Crime & Safety — 5343, 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: 5343, SA (Postcode)

Far more offences are recorded here than in most other areas, making postcode 5343 a high-crime region. The number of recorded crimes has jumped 23.5% over the last five years, a rise that is much higher than most other areas.

With 8,539 offences per 100,000 people, this area has one of the highest crime rates for its type. Theft is the most common offence at 30.4%, followed by assault and related crimes at 28.7%.

Theft and assault are the most frequent crimes, both reaching rates among the highest for this level. Burglary, property damage, and motor vehicle theft rates are also all higher than in most other areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 8,539 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 2,451 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 924 | — |
| Theft rate | 2,592 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 181 | — |
| Property damage rate | 1,627 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | 23.5% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5343/5343-sa/topic/crime-safety