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As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Ballarat City Council crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 14857 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 13,060 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Ballarat City Council, VIC in 2021 was 113,763. In the last 10 years, Ballarat City Council, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery cannot be calculated due to no residential population. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate also cannot be calculated. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety offences (Stalking and Harassment) cannot be determined because there are no residents. 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 City Council for 2026: B Property and deception offences (8512), E Justice procedures offences (2800), A Crimes against the person (2210).

Crime offences in Ballarat City Council, VIC from 2016 to 2026 by type
Type/Year20162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Total117151186711422108561155496301027211095125021353314857
A Crimes against the person16091884185418101532157314991430190720512210
B Property and deception offences73777138683161397218495157986360728076958512
C Drug offences514429401404442383386456356477621
D Public order and security offences659669668607574479572576515630701
E Justice procedures offences15371719165818731777189118862261242626512800
F Other offences192810231135313112182913

In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 14857 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 75299 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2026)offences (2025)Changes(%)
Homicide and related offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Homicide and related offences.
08-100.00% (8)
Assault and related offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 1220 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
122011208.93% (1120)
Sexual offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 256 reported cases of Sexual offences.
256338-24.26% (338)
Abduction and related offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 27 reported cases of Abduction and related offences.
271668.75% (16)
Robbery
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 57 reported cases of Robbery.
574721.28% (47)
Blackmail and extortion
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion.
79-22.22% (9)
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 268 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
2682670.37% (267)
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 375 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
37524652.44% (246)
Arson
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 160 reported cases of Arson.
16014311.89% (143)
Property damage
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 1331 reported cases of Property damage.
1331115814.94% (1158)
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 864 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
8641045-17.32% (1045)
Theft
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 5678 reported cases of Theft.
5678483517.44% (4835)
Deception
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 479 reported cases of Deception.
479514-6.81% (514)
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 48 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
483729.73% (37)
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 52 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
523262.50% (32)
Drug use and possession
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 521 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
52140728.01% (407)
Other drug offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
01-100.00% (1)
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 490 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
49044011.36% (440)
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 128 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
1289042.22% (90)
Public nuisance offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 77 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
77100-23.00% (100)
Public security offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public security offences.
60600.00% (0)
Justice procedures
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 378 reported cases of Justice procedures.
378468-19.23% (468)
Breaches of orders
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 2422 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
2422218310.95% (2183)
Regulatory driving offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
01-100.00% (1)
Transport regulation offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
01-100.00% (1)
Other government regulatory offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
522-77.27% (22)
Miscellaneous offences
In 2026, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
8560.00% (5)

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), 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). As population numbers may have changed since 2021, the calculated rates may not accurately reflect current population levels or the current situation in each area (suburb, LGA, and state). Therefore, the rates should be used as an indicator rather than a definitive measure of whether a suburb is safe or unsafe.

Based on the source data available to us, Homicide, Sexual Offences, Abduction, and Blackmail & Extortion are not shown separately at the suburb level in Victoria. These categories are available at the LGA and Victoria state levels, but not separately at the suburb level.

FAQ About Crime in Ballarat City Council, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 847 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 2 offense(s) every day.

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

    As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Ballarat City Council, VIC are Personal Property (13533), Car Accessories (12661), Cash/Document (12098), Tools (11682) and Electrical Appliances (10500).

  • What is the crime rate in Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    Ballarat City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 14857 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Ballarat City Council, VIC a safe suburb?

    Based on official statistics, Ballarat City Council, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 13,060 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    In 2026, the most common crime type in Ballarat City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 8512 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Ballarat City Council, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Ballarat City Council, VIC have increased by 54% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2210 offenses against persons in Ballarat City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 8033 property crime offenses in Ballarat City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Ballarat City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, Ballarat City Council, VIC recorded 621 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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