Crime Rates for Burnley, VIC
⇌ Compare Burnley with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Burnley (3121) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 223 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 28,086 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Burnley, VIC in 2021 was 794. In the last 10 years, Burnley, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 44.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 9.9 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 794 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 Burnley for 2026: B Property and deception offences (138), E Justice procedures offences (33), A Crimes against the person (27).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 135 | 136 | 147 | 154 | 157 | 177 | 122 | 170 | 160 | 180 | 223 |
| A Crimes against the person | 9 | 16 | 26 | 23 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 23 | 27 |
| B Property and deception offences | 96 | 99 | 92 | 79 | 77 | 91 | 64 | 92 | 104 | 122 | 138 |
| C Drug offences | 10 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 48 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 12 |
| D Public order and security offences | 16 | 7 | 18 | 33 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 14 | 6 | 5 | 13 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 3 | 5 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 26 | 39 | 18 | 22 | 33 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 42 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 223 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 1054 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 14 | 15 | -6.67% |
| Robbery In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Robbery. | 4 | 1 | 300.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 5 | 4 | 25.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Property damage. | 39 | 35 | 11.43% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 11 | 11 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of Theft. | 69 | 69 | 0.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Deception. | 19 | 7 | 171.43% |
| Bribery In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 11 | 7 | 57.14% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 8 | 2 | 300.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 4 | 2 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 20 | 14 | 42.86% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 13 | 8 | 62.50% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Burnley, 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). 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 Burnley, VIC
How common is car theft in the Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 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 Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Burnley, VIC are Car Accessories (212), Personal Property (210), Power Tools (208), Cash/Document (188) and Tools (128).
What is the crime rate in Burnley, VIC?
Burnley, VIC has a crime rate of 223 reported criminal offences.
Is Burnley, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Burnley, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 28,086 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Burnley, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Burnley, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 138 reported offences.
Has crime in the Burnley, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Burnley, VIC have increased by 26% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 27 offenses against persons in Burnley, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 119 property crime offenses in Burnley, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Burnley, VIC recorded 12 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Burnley (2021)
Burnley is a quiet suburb with around 794 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 39.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.1 people. The median household weekly income is $2423, though the unemployment rate stands at 2.3%. A majority of people (75.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Burnley, VIC
If you’re considering living near Burnley , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Toorak - 923 offences (0.07201 per 100,000 people)
- Armadale - 796 offences (0.08497 per 100,000 people)
- Hawthorn - 2057 offences (0.09215 per 100,000 people)
- Kooyong - 83 offences (0.09857 per 100,000 people)
- South Yarra - 3400 offences (0.13585 per 100,000 people)
- Richmond - 4728 offences (0.16539 per 100,000 people)
- Abbotsford - 1610 offences (0.17716 per 100,000 people)
- Prahran - 2971 offences (0.24346 per 100,000 people)
- Cremorne - 544 offences (0.25209 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime shows fluctuation with some categories like assault increasing notably in recent years, while others like robbery remain low.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high with counts around 60-70 incidents annually in the latest years, peaking significantly compared to earlier periods.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crimes, rising from single digits in early years to double digits by 2026.
- A major spike is observed in breaches of orders in 2023, jumping to 27 from lower single digits in previous years.
- Overall, the data indicates safety concerns primarily driven by increased theft and assault, suggesting a need for focused interventions on these issues.
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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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