Crime Rates for Abbotsford, VIC
⇌ Compare Abbotsford with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Abbotsford (3067) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1610 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 17,716 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 remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 85.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 9.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 245.6 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 2026: B Property and deception offences (1165), A Crimes against the person (181), E Justice procedures offences (104).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1608 | 1334 | 1381 | 1574 | 1713 | 1471 | 1412 | 1380 | 1312 | 1536 | 1610 |
| A Crimes against the person | 92 | 116 | 133 | 113 | 185 | 124 | 201 | 172 | 152 | 166 | 181 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1248 | 1032 | 968 | 1164 | 1129 | 936 | 831 | 927 | 969 | 1159 | 1165 |
| C Drug offences | 69 | 78 | 77 | 94 | 200 | 129 | 151 | 126 | 59 | 79 | 90 |
| D Public order and security offences | 72 | 56 | 78 | 84 | 112 | 95 | 65 | 74 | 75 | 67 | 69 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 126 | 52 | 125 | 117 | 84 | 53 | 133 | 77 | 54 | 63 | 104 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 134 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 1610 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 11528 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 93 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 93 | 111 | -16.22% |
| Robbery In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Robbery. | 13 | 18 | -27.78% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 37 | 19 | 94.74% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 12 | 5 | 140.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 26 | 13 | 100.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Arson. | 6 | 2 | 200.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 152 reported cases of Property damage. | 152 | 143 | 6.29% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 157 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 157 | 166 | -5.42% |
| Theft In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 768 reported cases of Theft. | 768 | 729 | 5.35% |
| Deception In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 82 reported cases of Deception. | 82 | 119 | -31.09% |
| Bribery In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 15 | 25 | -40.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 73 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 73 | 53 | 37.74% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 47 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 47 | 33 | 42.42% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 11 | 19 | -42.11% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 10 | 15 | -33.33% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 21 | 16 | 31.25% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 83 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 83 | 47 | 76.60% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), people in 2021Crime 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 2026 Mar, there were 61 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 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Abbotsford, VIC are Cash/Document (3410), Personal Property (2870), Cigarettes/Liquor (1492), Electrical Appliances (1385) and Clothing (922).
What is the crime rate in Abbotsford, VIC?
Abbotsford, VIC has a crime rate of 1610 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 17,716 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Abbotsford, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Abbotsford, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1165 reported offences.
Has crime in the Abbotsford, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Abbotsford, VIC have increased by 9% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Abbotsford, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 181 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 2026 Mar, there were 1083 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 2026 Mar, Abbotsford, VIC recorded 90 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Abbotsford (2021)
Abbotsford is a quiet suburb with around 9088 people. While families are part of the community, only about 26.1% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 1.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2197, though the unemployment rate stands at 4%. While 60.6% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Abbotsford, VIC
If you’re considering living near Abbotsford , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Fairfield - 564 offences (0.08630 per 100,000 people)
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- Burnley - 223 offences (0.28086 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy - 2937 offences (0.28156 per 100,000 people)
- Collingwood - 2615 offences (0.28489 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime levels show fluctuations with a general increase in recent years, particularly from 2023 to 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high, peaking near 768 incidents in 2026, followed by burglary showing moderate variability.
- Assault and related offences lead violent crimes, varying between 45 and 111 incidents over the period, with some years showing sharp increases.
- A major spike occurred in "Other crimes against the person" around 2022, doubling compared to prior years before dropping again.
- The data indicates ongoing public safety challenges, especially regarding property theft and personal assaults, highlighting areas for focused law enforcement efforts.
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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