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Crime Rates for Victoria

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As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Victoria crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 9,617 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Victoria in 2021 was 6,503,491. In the last 10 years, Victoria's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 116 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 23.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 435.5 people. When considering these numbers, it is also important to consider the trends of these numbers compared to the greater melbourne area.

Most Common Crimes in Victoria for 2026: B Property and deception offences (361845), E Justice procedures offences (100902), A Crimes against the person (96556).

Crime offences in Victoria from 2016 to 2026 by type
Type/Year20162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Total521724541961501853514419542008531494469999496279535419626950625426
A Crimes against the person7415879514801328081082865840028231184839861319698596556
B Property and deception offences310247324018287467287857312878253055237841261263299263370530361845
C Drug offences3078530893286003235933915399112984931297306113274933633
D Public order and security offences3738335783347153539631650312992813729916277242961130932
E Justice procedures offences67587701726930476243794388450980209876798995595414100902
F Other offences1564158116351754126238718116521285173516611558

In 2026, Victoria recorded 625426 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 3306264 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2026)offences (2025)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 52811 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
52811527240.17%
Robbery
In 2026, Victoria recorded 3258 reported cases of Robbery.
32583776-13.72%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2026, Victoria recorded 14933 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
14933145022.97%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2026, Victoria recorded 6726 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
672664743.89%
crimes against the person
In 2026, Victoria recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person.
000.00%
Homicide and related offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 230 reported cases of Homicide and related offences.
2302233.14%
Sexual offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 17277 reported cases of Sexual offences.
1727717962-3.81%
Abduction and related offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 766 reported cases of Abduction and related offences.
766853-10.20%
Blackmail and extortion
In 2026, Victoria recorded 555 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion.
55547117.83%
Arson
In 2026, Victoria recorded 3727 reported cases of Arson.
37273729-0.05%
Property damage
In 2026, Victoria recorded 47374 reported cases of Property damage.
4737448635-2.59%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2026, Victoria recorded 42089 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
4208950072-15.94%
Theft
In 2026, Victoria recorded 235681 reported cases of Theft.
235681240166-1.87%
Deception
In 2026, Victoria recorded 32970 reported cases of Deception.
329702791718.10%
Bribery
In 2026, Victoria recorded 4 reported cases of Bribery.
411-63.64%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2026, Victoria recorded 3315 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
33153461-4.22%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2026, Victoria recorded 2315 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
23152337-0.94%
Drug use and possession
In 2026, Victoria recorded 27989 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
27989269323.92%
Other drug offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 14 reported cases of Other drug offences.
1419-26.32%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 17783 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
17783168765.37%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2026, Victoria recorded 7406 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
740668897.50%
Public nuisance offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 5477 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
54775561-1.51%
Public security offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 266 reported cases of Public security offences.
266285-6.67%
Justice procedures
In 2026, Victoria recorded 14675 reported cases of Justice procedures.
14675140794.23%
Breaches of orders
In 2026, Victoria recorded 86227 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
86227813356.01%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 36 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
3650-28.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 519 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
51945115.08%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 592 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
5925792.25%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2026, Victoria recorded 411 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
411581-29.26%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), people in 2021

Crime rates are shown as offences per 100,000 people. These figures are based on the latest reported offences and population data from the last census (2021). Rates may appear higher or lower than current reality depending on population changes, so it is difficult to declare any suburb completely safe or unsafe.

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FAQ About Crime in Victoria

  • How common is car theft in the Victoria?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 31851 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 87 offense(s) every day.

  • What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Victoria?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Victoria are Cash/Document (760983), Personal Property (679631), Car Accessories (505992), Electrical Appliances (439663) and Power Tools (418879).

  • What is the crime rate in Victoria?

    Victoria has a crime rate of reported criminal offences.

  • What is the most common crime in Victoria?

    In 2026, the most common crime type in Victoria was B Property and deception offences with 361845 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Victoria increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    The crime rates are similar to or nearly the same as they were five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Victoria?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 0 offenses against persons in Victoria, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Victoria?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 0 property crime offenses in Victoria, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Victoria?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, Victoria recorded 0 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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