Crime Rates for Abbotsford, VIC

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As of the March 2026 data release, The Abbotsford (3067) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 3213 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 35,354 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Abbotsford, VIC in 2021 was 9,088. In the last 10 years, Abbotsford, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 32.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 128 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 Abbotsford for 2025: B Property and deception offences (2306), A Crimes against the person (404), E Justice procedures offences (192).

Crime offences in Abbotsford, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total12123030277631063180316430442645257628903213
A Crimes against the person86212251225342288339378320280404
B Property and deception offences8862377199423182126197119481665184122182306
C Drug offences72158137170334308328267138142176
D Public order and security offences89113140162227195159139129141133
E Justice procedures offences78170254228145142205183142108192
F Other offences100362606513612

In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 3213 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 21650 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 239 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
23917139.77%
Robbery
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 40 reported cases of Robbery.
402373.91%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 71 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
714461.36%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
238187.50%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of crimes against the person.
3134-8.82%
Arson
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Arson.
144250.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 317 reported cases of Property damage.
31725822.87%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 332 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
3323049.21%
Theft
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 1479 reported cases of Theft.
147913886.56%
Deception
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 164 reported cases of Deception.
164264-37.88%
Bribery
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
3756-33.93%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
35-40.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 136 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
1368167.90%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
6986-19.77%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
342725.93%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
28267.69%
Public security offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public security offences.
220.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Justice procedures.
392556.00%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 153 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
1538384.34%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
21100.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
000.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
000.00%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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 Abbotsford, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Abbotsford, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 56 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 0 offense(s) every day.

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

    As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Abbotsford, VIC are Cash/Document (3440), Personal Property (2860), Cigarettes/Liquor (1488), Electrical Appliances (1403) and Clothing (924).

  • What is the crime rate in Abbotsford, VIC?

    Abbotsford, VIC has a crime rate of 3213 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Abbotsford, VIC a safe suburb?

    Based on official statistics, Abbotsford, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 35,354 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Abbotsford, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Abbotsford, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2306 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Abbotsford, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Abbotsford, VIC have increased by 2% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Abbotsford, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 404 offenses against persons in Abbotsford, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Abbotsford, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 2142 property crime offenses in Abbotsford, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Abbotsford, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 176 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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AI Analysis

  • Overall crime shows an increasing trend in assaults from 2015 through 2025, with numbers rising from 57 to 239.
  • Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high with a peak around 1479 incidents in 2025.
  • Assault and related offences represent the dominant violent crime category, significantly outnumbering robbery.
  • A major spike is evident in assault cases between 2015 and 2025, while deception offences peaked around 2016 then declined markedly.
  • The persistent rise in violent assaults and high theft rates indicate growing safety concerns over the period analyzed.

Disclaimer: This content is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify information independently.

*Unincorporated/Out Of Council - Areas that are not governed by a local government authority

Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics

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