Is Adelaide Safe?
Crime statistics for Adelaide. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 3,184 total crimes recorded in Adelaide
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Adelaide — last 36 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Adelaide
Safest Areas Near Adelaide
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Adelaide by safety score
Compare Adelaide With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Adelaide safe?
Adelaide has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. 988 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Adelaide has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Adelaide in the last 12 months?
988 crimes were recorded in Adelaide in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 8.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,077 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Adelaide?
The most common crime in Adelaide is Violent Crime, with 798 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 80.8% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Adelaide increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Adelaide is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Adelaide?
Adelaide has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Adelaide compare to the Sussex Police average?
Adelaide has a safety score of 10/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Adelaide is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Adelaide?
52.3% of crimes in Adelaide resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Adelaide?
798 violent crimes were recorded in Adelaide in the last 12 months, representing 80.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 726 incidents.
When was the crime data for Adelaide last updated?
The crime data for Adelaide was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Adelaide with other areas?
You can compare Adelaide with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.