State-wide, the statistics over the last 12 months to the end of August show that reported offences against the person have risen 12 per cent and the total reported offences against property have risen one per cent, which has resulted in an overall increase in reported crime of three per cent.

Anyone can access the statistical information about their area here: https://www.police.sa.gov.au/about-us/crime-statistics-map

Select your area of interest by entering your postcode or suburb.

The release of these statistics, which can be found online at www.police.sa.gov.au each month, is part of a commitment to extend our communication and engagement with the community.

SAPOL statistics are compiled in compliance with nationally accepted and approved counting rules.