Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Safety: Property
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Overall Safety
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Port Augusta is generally considered an unsafe suburb compared to other suburbs in Port Augusta. Crime rates are above the Greater Port Augusta average, with Assault being the most commonly reported violent crime, and Property Damage the most commonly reported property crime. From 2023 to 2024, Violent crime rates have decreased by 6.81%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 18.91%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Port Augusta Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Port Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 549.4 | 486.8 |
| Disorderly Conduct | 70.1 | 44.8 |
| Assault | 7,001.8 | 5,489.4 |
| Robbery | 58.4 | 44.8 |
| Total | 7,679.7 | 6,065.8 |
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Property Crime
Greater Port Augusta Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Port Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 3,728.8 | 3,029.7 |
| Theft | 3,214.5 | 2,703 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 526 | 409.9 |
| Property Damage | 5,891.3 | 4,490.1 |
| Arson | 175.3 | 121.7 |
| Total | 13,535.9 | 10,754.4 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
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Property Crime Ranked:
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