Crime Rates for Airport West, VIC
⇌ Compare Airport West with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Airport West (3042) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1100 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 13,459 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Airport West, VIC in 2021 was 8,173. In the last 10 years, Airport West, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 134 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 13.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 355.3 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 Airport West for 2026: B Property and deception offences (722), E Justice procedures offences (109), A Crimes against the person (107).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1005 | 991 | 1065 | 1122 | 912 | 757 | 817 | 786 | 868 | 956 | 1100 |
| A Crimes against the person | 104 | 93 | 67 | 102 | 91 | 68 | 117 | 101 | 85 | 75 | 107 |
| B Property and deception offences | 707 | 717 | 825 | 796 | 618 | 464 | 521 | 518 | 644 | 688 | 722 |
| C Drug offences | 71 | 64 | 42 | 75 | 77 | 59 | 60 | 40 | 27 | 40 | 85 |
| D Public order and security offences | 77 | 61 | 41 | 35 | 41 | 43 | 36 | 58 | 19 | 22 | 74 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 46 | 56 | 87 | 113 | 85 | 75 | 71 | 69 | 93 | 128 | 109 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 48 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 1100 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 7220 reported cases.
- Overview
- Latest Crime Rates
- FAQ
- AI Analysis
- Crime Statistics
- What Others Say About Safety
- Victoria Overview
- Latest Crime
- Source
*Disclaimer: Information on this website is general and may not be accurate. Please verify independently. Read full disclaimer.
Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 59 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 59 | 37 | 59.46% |
| Robbery In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 23 | 22 | 4.55% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 10 | 3 | 233.33% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 13 | 10 | 30.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Arson. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 59 reported cases of Property damage. | 59 | 68 | -13.24% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 39 | 58 | -32.76% |
| Theft In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 570 reported cases of Theft. | 570 | 501 | 13.77% |
| Deception In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Deception. | 50 | 61 | -18.03% |
| Bribery In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 11 | 3 | 266.67% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 69 | 35 | 97.14% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 55 | 17 | 223.53% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 5 | 1 | 400.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 14 | 4 | 250.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 21 | 15 | 40.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 88 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 88 | 113 | -22.12% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Airport West, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Airport West, VIC?
There are currently no community safety votes for Airport West, VIC. Be the first to share how safe you feel living in the area.
FAQ About Crime in Airport West, VIC
How common is car theft in the Airport West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 88 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 Airport West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Airport West, VIC are Personal Property (1593), Car Accessories (1435), Cash/Document (1315), Power Tools (1246) and Tools (1084).
What is the crime rate in Airport West, VIC?
Airport West, VIC has a crime rate of 1100 reported criminal offences.
Is Airport West, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Airport West, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 13,459 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Airport West, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Airport West, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 722 reported offences.
Has crime in the Airport West, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Airport West, VIC have increased by 45% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Airport West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 107 offenses against persons in Airport West, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Airport West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 672 property crime offenses in Airport West, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Airport West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Airport West, VIC recorded 85 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Airport West (2021)
Airport West is a quiet suburb with around 8173 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 42.8% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1761, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.3%. A majority of people (72.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
Population Overview
- Total People (2021)
- Total People (2025 estimate)
- Couple Families with Children
- Average Household Size
Income & Employment
- Median Household Weekly Income
- Unemployment Rate
Cultural Diversity
- Born Australia
Crime Statistics
Safest suburbs around Airport West, VIC
If you’re considering living near Airport West , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 56 offences (0.01885 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore Heights - 34 offences (0.03247 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon West - 65 offences (0.04169 per 100,000 people)
- Niddrie - 247 offences (0.04186 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor East - 691 offences (0.04583 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor Park - 263 offences (0.09799 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon North - 331 offences (0.10778 per 100,000 people)
- Tullamarine - 1139 offences (0.16917 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon Fields - 307 offences (23.61538 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime rates show fluctuations with some categories peaking in the late 2010s and declining or stabilizing in recent years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high throughout the decade, peaking around 2018-2019, and remaining elevated into 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the leading violent crime, with numbers generally fluctuating but showing an increase towards 2026.
- A major spike occurred in weapons and explosives offences in 2026, more than doubling compared to previous years.
- Despite some volatility in specific offence types, the persistent high levels of theft and assault indicate ongoing safety challenges requiring attention.
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
Voices from Airport West
Read what locals and visitors say about feeling safe or not in the area.
How Do You Feel About the Safety of Airport West in 2026?
Tell us your story or share your experience about safety in Airport West. Please keep your comments respectful and do not include personal information.
Please follow these guidelines when submitting your story: