Crime Rates for Burnside, VIC
⇌ Compare Burnside with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Burnside (3023) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 298 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,138 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Burnside, VIC in 2021 was 5,800. In the last 10 years, Burnside, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 414.3 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 31.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 966.7 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 Burnside for 2026: B Property and deception offences (220), E Justice procedures offences (28), A Crimes against the person (27).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 310 | 271 | 194 | 173 | 235 | 251 | 212 | 196 | 251 | 272 | 298 |
| A Crimes against the person | 31 | 35 | 28 | 17 | 31 | 44 | 27 | 34 | 25 | 39 | 27 |
| B Property and deception offences | 214 | 166 | 102 | 116 | 147 | 135 | 103 | 94 | 175 | 183 | 220 |
| C Drug offences | 14 | 37 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 19 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 19 | 11 |
| D Public order and security offences | 22 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 7 | 12 | 18 | 17 | 12 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 29 | 25 | 56 | 27 | 29 | 26 | 73 | 41 | 18 | 13 | 28 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 298 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 1655 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 12 | 25 | -52.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 6 | 6 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Property damage. | 23 | 13 | 76.92% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 22 | 30 | -26.67% |
| Theft In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 164 reported cases of Theft. | 164 | 125 | 31.20% |
| Deception In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Deception. | 10 | 13 | -23.08% |
| Bribery In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 10 | 15 | -33.33% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 6 | 7 | -14.29% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 6 | -66.67% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 26 | 11 | 136.36% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Burnside, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Burnside, 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Burnside, VIC
How common is car theft in the Burnside, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 11 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 Burnside, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Burnside, VIC are Cash/Document (380), Personal Property (296), Electrical Appliances (270), Car Accessories (258) and Timber/Build Mat (236).
What is the crime rate in Burnside, VIC?
Burnside, VIC has a crime rate of 298 reported criminal offences.
Is Burnside, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Burnside, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,138 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Burnside, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Burnside, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 220 reported offences.
Has crime in the Burnside, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Burnside, VIC have increased by 19% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Burnside, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 27 offenses against persons in Burnside, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Burnside, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 210 property crime offenses in Burnside, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Burnside, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Burnside, VIC recorded 11 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Burnside (2021)
Burnside is a quiet suburb with around 5800 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 61.6% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.1 people. The median household weekly income is $1871, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.6%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 49.1% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Burnside, VIC
If you’re considering living near Burnside , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Burnside Heights - 140 offences (0.02195 per 100,000 people)
- Taylors Hill - 488 offences (0.03165 per 100,000 people)
- Albanvale - 231 offences (0.04095 per 100,000 people)
- Delahey - 333 offences (0.04123 per 100,000 people)
- Cairnlea - 473 offences (0.04712 per 100,000 people)
- Kings Park - 396 offences (0.04828 per 100,000 people)
- Caroline Springs - 1372 offences (0.05603 per 100,000 people)
- Deer Park - 1478 offences (0.08145 per 100,000 people)
- Ravenhall - 831 offences (0.36209 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, there is a fluctuating but overall moderate trend in crimes against the person and property offences, with some years showing notable increases or decreases.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high and peaking around 2024-2026 with counts exceeding 120 annually.
- Assault and related offences are the primary violent crime, ranging between 12 and 25 incidents yearly without a clear upward or downward trend.
- A major drop in burglary/break and enter occurred after 2017, falling from 56 cases to single digits by 2023 before partially rebounding.
- The data suggests persistent safety concerns due to high theft rates and ongoing violent offences, despite some improvements in specific crime categories.
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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