Crime Rates for Ballarat East, VIC
⇌ Compare Ballarat East with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Ballarat East (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 776 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 13,071 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Ballarat East, VIC in 2021 was 5,937. In the last 10 years, Ballarat East, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 73.3 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 17.9 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 247.4 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 East for 2026: B Property and deception offences (445), A Crimes against the person (140), E Justice procedures offences (112).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 600 | 604 | 686 | 590 | 737 | 612 | 674 | 516 | 591 | 633 | 776 |
| A Crimes against the person | 101 | 91 | 130 | 118 | 113 | 103 | 108 | 99 | 131 | 117 | 140 |
| B Property and deception offences | 413 | 409 | 414 | 363 | 465 | 340 | 374 | 298 | 361 | 338 | 445 |
| C Drug offences | 23 | 13 | 18 | 14 | 31 | 27 | 35 | 16 | 23 | 24 | 35 |
| D Public order and security offences | 14 | 25 | 24 | 20 | 58 | 45 | 25 | 26 | 15 | 18 | 44 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 49 | 65 | 98 | 75 | 70 | 89 | 129 | 77 | 61 | 136 | 112 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 776 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 4220 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 75 | 64 | 17.19% |
| Robbery In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Robbery. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 24 | 21 | 14.29% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 24 | 11 | 118.18% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 11 | 21 | -47.62% |
| Arson In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Arson. | 11 | 7 | 57.14% |
| Property damage In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 81 reported cases of Property damage. | 81 | 69 | 17.39% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 47 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 47 | 44 | 6.82% |
| Theft In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 285 reported cases of Theft. | 285 | 208 | 37.02% |
| Deception In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Deception. | 21 | 10 | 110.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 30 | 19 | 57.89% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 37 | 12 | 208.33% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 6 | 5 | 20.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 18 | 20 | -10.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 94 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 94 | 116 | -18.97% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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 Ballarat East, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel unsafe living in Ballarat East, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Ballarat East, VIC
How common is car theft in the Ballarat East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 52 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 East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Ballarat East, VIC are Car Accessories (847), Personal Property (713), Cash/Document (665), Tools (638) and Power Tools (628).
What is the crime rate in Ballarat East, VIC?
Ballarat East, VIC has a crime rate of 776 reported criminal offences.
Is Ballarat East, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Ballarat East, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 13,071 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Ballarat East, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Ballarat East, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 445 reported offences.
Has crime in the Ballarat East, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Ballarat East, VIC have increased by 27% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Ballarat East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 140 offenses against persons in Ballarat East, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Ballarat East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 424 property crime offenses in Ballarat East, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Ballarat East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Ballarat East, VIC recorded 35 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Ballarat East (2021)
Ballarat East is a quiet suburb with around 5937 people. While families are part of the community, only about 29.9% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.1 people. The median household weekly income is $1123, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.7%. A majority of people (83.5%) 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, property crime shows a fluctuating but generally high volume, with theft consistently being the dominant category, reaching up to 285 incidents in 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime type, exhibiting an overall increasing trend, peaking at 81 in 2018 before rising again to 75 in 2026.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders, surging from 39 in 2016 to a peak of 116 in 2025, indicating increased legal non-compliance.
- Property damage remains significant, with counts often around or above 70 annually, underscoring persistent vandalism issues.
- The data suggests ongoing safety challenges, particularly due to high rates of theft and assault, alongside notable fluctuations in public order offences affecting community security.
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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