Crime Rates for Ballarat Central, VIC
⇌ Compare Ballarat Central with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Ballarat Central (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 2952 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 54,890 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Ballarat Central, VIC in 2021 was 5,378. In the last 10 years, Ballarat Central, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 27 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 101.5 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 Ballarat Central for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1384), E Justice procedures offences (950), A Crimes against the person (315).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3216 | 2897 | 2903 | 2685 | 2827 | 1961 | 2088 | 2445 | 2566 | 2700 | 2952 |
| A Crimes against the person | 458 | 525 | 485 | 348 | 348 | 259 | 291 | 290 | 332 | 378 | 315 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1582 | 1317 | 1457 | 1278 | 1421 | 845 | 1015 | 1147 | 1154 | 1195 | 1384 |
| C Drug offences | 144 | 96 | 95 | 122 | 122 | 84 | 50 | 95 | 67 | 119 | 134 |
| D Public order and security offences | 268 | 214 | 221 | 207 | 189 | 125 | 142 | 155 | 159 | 160 | 164 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 761 | 735 | 644 | 722 | 744 | 568 | 573 | 752 | 850 | 844 | 950 |
| F Other offences | 3 | 10 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 80 | 17 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 2952 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 13795 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 188 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 188 | 212 | -11.32% |
| Robbery In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Robbery. | 11 | 14 | -21.43% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 53 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 53 | 42 | 26.19% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 41 | 45 | -8.89% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 22 | 65 | -66.15% |
| Arson In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Arson. | 4 | 9 | -55.56% |
| Property damage In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 195 reported cases of Property damage. | 195 | 190 | 2.63% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 89 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 89 | 100 | -11.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 996 reported cases of Theft. | 996 | 816 | 22.06% |
| Deception In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 100 reported cases of Deception. | 100 | 80 | 25.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 8 | 7 | 14.29% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 6 | 5 | 20.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 120 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 120 | 106 | 13.21% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 102 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 102 | 106 | -3.77% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 45 | 42 | 7.14% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 17 | 12 | 41.67% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 100 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 100 | 135 | -25.93% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 850 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 850 | 709 | 19.89% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
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 Ballarat Central, VIC
How common is car theft in the Ballarat Central, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 110 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 Ballarat Central, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Ballarat Central, VIC are Personal Property (2418), Cash/Document (1948), Clothing (1942), Electrical Appliances (1881) and Car Accessories (1502).
What is the crime rate in Ballarat Central, VIC?
Ballarat Central, VIC has a crime rate of 2952 reported criminal offences.
Is Ballarat Central, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Ballarat Central, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 54,890 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Ballarat Central, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Ballarat Central, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1384 reported offences.
Has crime in the Ballarat Central, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Ballarat Central, VIC have increased by 51% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Ballarat Central, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 315 offenses against persons in Ballarat Central, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Ballarat Central, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1284 property crime offenses in Ballarat Central, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Ballarat Central, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Ballarat Central, VIC recorded 134 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Ballarat Central (2021)
Ballarat Central is a quiet suburb with around 5378 people. While families are part of the community, only about 36.4% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.1 people. The median household weekly income is $1454, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.9%. A majority of people (81.6%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences showed a fluctuating but generally declining trend after peaking around 2017.
- Theft consistently remained the dominant property crime, with numbers ranging from around 487 to nearly 1,000 incidents annually, showing a marked increase in recent years.
- Assault and related offences are the predominant violent crimes, significantly higher than robbery or other violent categories throughout the period.
- There was a major spike in breaches of orders from around 467 in 2021 to 850 in 2026, indicating growing non-compliance with legal orders.
- Overall, despite fluctuations, the persistent high volume of theft and assault, coupled with rising breaches of orders, suggests ongoing safety challenges in the area.
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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