Crime Rates for Burnley, VIC
As of the March 2026 data release, The Burnley (3121) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 396 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 49,874 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 27.4 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 5.4 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 Burnley for 2025: B Property and deception offences (254), E Justice procedures offences (63), A Crimes against the person (40).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 160 | 289 | 256 | 331 | 252 | 378 | 283 | 320 | 286 | 389 | 396 |
| A Crimes against the person | 16 | 27 | 38 | 60 | 21 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 60 | 40 |
| B Property and deception offences | 120 | 209 | 164 | 175 | 149 | 148 | 168 | 175 | 165 | 257 | 254 |
| C Drug offences | 6 | 18 | 17 | 6 | 21 | 96 | 16 | 9 | 37 | 27 | 15 |
| D Public order and security offences | 14 | 23 | 27 | 55 | 40 | 18 | 15 | 21 | 29 | 6 | 24 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 3 | 10 | 10 | 33 | 21 | 32 | 39 | 91 | 34 | 39 | 63 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 68 | 26 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 396 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 1984 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 21 | 38 | -44.74% |
| Robbery In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Robbery. | 8 | 4 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 7 | -100.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 8 | 9 | -11.11% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 74 reported cases of Property damage. | 74 | 68 | 8.82% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 21 | 12 | 75.00% |
| Theft In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 125 reported cases of Theft. | 125 | 157 | -20.38% |
| Deception In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Deception. | 34 | 20 | 70.00% |
| Bribery In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 12 | 25 | -52.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 13 | 2 | 550.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 7 | 4 | 75.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 44 | 26 | 69.23% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 19 | 13 | 46.15% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Burnley, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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 Burnley, VIC
How common is car theft in the Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, 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 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Burnley, VIC are Personal Property (212), Car Accessories (207), Power Tools (204), Cash/Document (186) and Tools (120).
What is the crime rate in Burnley, VIC?
Burnley, VIC has a crime rate of 396 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 49,874 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Burnley, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Burnley, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 254 reported offences.
Has crime in the Burnley, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Burnley, VIC have increased by 5% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Burnley, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 40 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 2025 Dec, there were 220 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 2025 Dec, Burnley, VIC recorded 15 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 (74.3%) 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 - 1820 offences (0.14200 per 100,000 people)
- Armadale - 1663 offences (0.17752 per 100,000 people)
- Hawthorn - 3967 offences (0.17772 per 100,000 people)
- Kooyong - 189 offences (0.22447 per 100,000 people)
- South Yarra - 7427 offences (0.29675 per 100,000 people)
- Richmond - 9722 offences (0.34008 per 100,000 people)
- Abbotsford - 3213 offences (0.35354 per 100,000 people)
- Cremorne - 1026 offences (0.47544 per 100,000 people)
- Prahran - 6481 offences (0.53110 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the decade, property crimes such as theft have consistently dominated, with numbers rising from under 50 in 2015 to peaks above 150 around 2024, followed by a slight decline in 2025.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, fluctuating modestly but showing an overall increasing trend from single-digit counts in early years to over 20 cases by 2025.
- A significant spike occurred in breaches of orders in 2022, reaching 56 incidents from single digits in preceding years, then dropping sharply in subsequent years.
- Property damage remained persistently high, often exceeding 40 incidents annually, indicating ongoing challenges in safeguarding physical assets.
- Despite fluctuations, the data suggests a sustained level of safety concern due to rising theft and intermittent violent offences, emphasizing the need for focused prevention efforts.
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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