Crime Rates for Brooklyn, VIC
⇌ Compare Brooklyn with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Brooklyn (3012) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 447 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 22,587 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Brooklyn, VIC in 2021 was 1,979. In the last 10 years, Brooklyn, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 90 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 7.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 659.7 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 Brooklyn for 2026: B Property and deception offences (318), A Crimes against the person (50), C Drug offences (34).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 562 | 310 | 333 | 393 | 382 | 436 | 340 | 273 | 327 | 383 | 447 |
| A Crimes against the person | 110 | 54 | 39 | 42 | 41 | 103 | 49 | 34 | 28 | 37 | 50 |
| B Property and deception offences | 328 | 224 | 217 | 280 | 258 | 216 | 224 | 194 | 251 | 287 | 318 |
| C Drug offences | 28 | 6 | 8 | 34 | 14 | 31 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 22 | 34 |
| D Public order and security offences | 56 | 10 | 44 | 12 | 16 | 22 | 12 | 18 | 9 | 16 | 17 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 40 | 16 | 24 | 22 | 53 | 38 | 37 | 11 | 23 | 20 | 27 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 447 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 2797 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 21 | 17 | 23.53% |
| Robbery In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 14 | 7 | 100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 11 | 6 | 83.33% |
| Arson In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Property damage. | 28 | 24 | 16.67% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 51 | 63 | -19.05% |
| Theft In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 210 reported cases of Theft. | 210 | 184 | 14.13% |
| Deception In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Deception. | 26 | 15 | 73.33% |
| Bribery In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 8 | 4 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 24 | 18 | 33.33% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 12 | 14 | -14.29% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 23 | 14 | 64.29% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Brooklyn, 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). 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Brooklyn, VIC
How common is car theft in the Brooklyn, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 44 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 Brooklyn, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Brooklyn, VIC are Car Accessories (872), Tools (649), Power Tools (612), Electrical Appliances (582) and Cash/Document (382).
What is the crime rate in Brooklyn, VIC?
Brooklyn, VIC has a crime rate of 447 reported criminal offences.
Is Brooklyn, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Brooklyn, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 22,587 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Brooklyn, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Brooklyn, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 318 reported offences.
Has crime in the Brooklyn, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Brooklyn, VIC have increased by 3% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Brooklyn, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 50 offenses against persons in Brooklyn, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Brooklyn, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 292 property crime offenses in Brooklyn, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Brooklyn, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Brooklyn, VIC recorded 34 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Brooklyn (2021)
Brooklyn is a quiet suburb with around 1979 people. While families are part of the community, only about 35.2% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1958, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.6%. While 57.7% 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 Brooklyn, VIC
If you’re considering living near Brooklyn , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- South Kingsville - 108 offences (0.05009 per 100,000 people)
- Kingsville - 201 offences (0.05128 per 100,000 people)
- Sunshine West - 1270 offences (0.06846 per 100,000 people)
- Yarraville - 1150 offences (0.07355 per 100,000 people)
- West Footscray - 866 offences (0.07383 per 100,000 people)
- Altona North - 1552 offences (0.11973 per 100,000 people)
- Braybrook - 1613 offences (0.16660 per 100,000 people)
- Sunshine - 3349 offences (0.35458 per 100,000 people)
- Tottenham - 252 offences (84.00000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences showed a significant decline from 62 incidents in 2016 to around 20 incidents in recent years, indicating a downward trend in violent crime.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, with numbers fluctuating between approximately 130 and 210 incidents annually, peaking in 2026 at 210.
- Assault remains the leading violent crime type, consistently higher than robbery and other violent offences.
- There was a notable drop in "Other crimes against the person" from 88 cases in 2021 to 11 in 2026, representing a major decrease in that category.
- Overall, while violent offences have generally declined, property crimes like theft and burglary remain prevalent, suggesting ongoing safety concerns related mainly to property offences.
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*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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