Crime Rates for Carlton, VIC
⇌ Compare Carlton with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Carlton (3053) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 3174 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 19,770 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Carlton, VIC in 2021 was 16,055. In the last 10 years, Carlton, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 71.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 8.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 291.9 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 Carlton for 2026: B Property and deception offences (2360), A Crimes against the person (374), E Justice procedures offences (202).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 2390 | 2149 | 1923 | 1886 | 1966 | 2417 | 2516 | 2871 | 3403 | 3174 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 234 | 342 | 261 | 238 | 298 | 330 | 311 | 300 | 335 | 374 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 1848 | 1387 | 1357 | 1345 | 1196 | 1623 | 1770 | 2175 | 2687 | 2360 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 96 | 104 | 70 | 86 | 94 | 88 | 153 | 136 | 117 | 88 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 110 | 114 | 118 | 96 | 117 | 148 | 149 | 128 | 125 | 143 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 101 | 201 | 116 | 74 | 134 | 136 | 125 | 124 | 138 | 202 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 127 | 92 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 7 |
In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 3174 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 17748 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 196 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 196 | 204 | -3.92% |
| Robbery In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Robbery. | 28 | 15 | 86.67% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 55 | 30 | 83.33% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 21 | 21 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 74 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 74 | 65 | 13.85% |
| Arson In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Arson. | 23 | 10 | 130.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 266 reported cases of Property damage. | 266 | 288 | -7.64% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 268 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 268 | 375 | -28.53% |
| Theft In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 1610 reported cases of Theft. | 1610 | 1851 | -13.02% |
| Deception In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 193 reported cases of Deception. | 193 | 163 | 18.40% |
| Bribery In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 5 | 18 | -72.22% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 80 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 80 | 94 | -14.89% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 53 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 53 | 54 | -1.85% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 51 | 31 | 64.52% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 39 | 40 | -2.50% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 35 | 33 | 6.06% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 167 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 167 | 105 | 59.05% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Carlton, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Jun), 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 Carlton, VIC
How common is car theft in the Carlton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 152 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 Carlton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Carlton, VIC are Cash/Document (7412), Personal Property (6128), Electrical Appliances (2920), Clothing (1945) and Car Accessories (1908).
What is the crime rate in Carlton, VIC?
Carlton, VIC has a crime rate of 3174 reported criminal offences.
Is Carlton, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Carlton, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 19,770 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Carlton, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Carlton, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2360 reported offences.
Has crime in the Carlton, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Carlton, VIC have increased by 61% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Carlton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 374 offenses against persons in Carlton, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Carlton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 2167 property crime offenses in Carlton, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Carlton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Carlton, VIC recorded 88 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Carlton (2021)
Carlton is a vibrant suburb with 16055 people. This suburb has a small number of families with children, only 18.9% of households with an average household size of 1.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1292, though the unemployment rate stands at 11.4%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 39.1% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Carlton, VIC
If you’re considering living near Carlton , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Carlton North - 489 offences (0.07916 per 100,000 people)
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- Princes Hill - 273 offences (0.13616 per 100,000 people)
- North Melbourne - 2393 offences (0.16003 per 100,000 people)
- Parkville - 1157 offences (0.16356 per 100,000 people)
- East Melbourne - 1150 offences (0.23489 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy - 2937 offences (0.28156 per 100,000 people)
- Collingwood - 2615 offences (0.28489 per 100,000 people)
- Melbourne - 25911 offences (0.47162 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, property crime shows fluctuating trends with an overall increase in theft, ranging from about 645 to nearly 1900 incidents annually.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently outnumbering burglary and property damage by a large margin throughout the period.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime type, with counts generally between 137 and 210, indicating persistent personal violence issues.
- A significant spike is observed in theft from 2021 to 2025, peaking around 1878 incidents, while arson also showed notable growth from minimal levels to 24 in 2026.
- These patterns highlight ongoing challenges in community safety, driven mainly by high theft rates and steady violent assaults, necessitating focused crime prevention efforts.
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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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