Crime Rates for Coolaroo, VIC
⇌ Compare Coolaroo with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Coolaroo (3048) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 725 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 22,706 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Coolaroo, VIC in 2021 was 3,193. In the last 10 years, Coolaroo, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 71 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 10.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 114 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 Coolaroo for 2026: B Property and deception offences (394), E Justice procedures offences (144), A Crimes against the person (97).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 559 | 766 | 759 | 560 | 762 | 551 | 613 | 511 | 485 | 662 | 725 |
| A Crimes against the person | 90 | 111 | 82 | 88 | 90 | 100 | 91 | 90 | 96 | 91 | 97 |
| B Property and deception offences | 283 | 453 | 539 | 317 | 543 | 206 | 383 | 277 | 280 | 427 | 394 |
| C Drug offences | 46 | 38 | 38 | 53 | 28 | 56 | 45 | 45 | 19 | 44 | 58 |
| D Public order and security offences | 50 | 60 | 43 | 49 | 33 | 45 | 28 | 38 | 36 | 42 | 31 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 88 | 97 | 51 | 49 | 67 | 52 | 55 | 60 | 53 | 58 | 144 |
| F Other offences | 2 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 92 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 725 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 4102 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 39 | 54 | -27.78% |
| Robbery In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Robbery. | 6 | 2 | 200.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 28 | 14 | 100.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 17 | 10 | 70.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 7 | 11 | -36.36% |
| Arson In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 8 | -75.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 68 reported cases of Property damage. | 68 | 72 | -5.56% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 26 | 34 | -23.53% |
| Theft In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 279 reported cases of Theft. | 279 | 288 | -3.13% |
| Deception In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Deception. | 19 | 25 | -24.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 15 | 12 | 25.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 42 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 42 | 30 | 40.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 25 | 26 | -3.85% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 3 | 7 | -57.14% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 3 | 7 | -57.14% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 16 | 13 | 23.08% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 128 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 128 | 45 | 184.44% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Coolaroo, 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 Coolaroo, VIC
How common is car theft in the Coolaroo, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 41 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 Coolaroo, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Coolaroo, VIC are Car Accessories (864), Cash/Document (627), Personal Property (442), Tools (372) and Electrical Appliances (346).
What is the crime rate in Coolaroo, VIC?
Coolaroo, VIC has a crime rate of 725 reported criminal offences.
Is Coolaroo, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Coolaroo, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 22,706 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Coolaroo, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Coolaroo, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 394 reported offences.
Has crime in the Coolaroo, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Coolaroo, VIC have increased by 32% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Coolaroo, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 97 offenses against persons in Coolaroo, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Coolaroo, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 375 property crime offenses in Coolaroo, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Coolaroo, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Coolaroo, VIC recorded 58 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Coolaroo (2021)
Coolaroo is a quiet suburb with around 3193 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 44.7% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1025, though the unemployment rate stands at 11.7%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 46.7% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Coolaroo, VIC
If you’re considering living near Coolaroo , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Roxburgh Park - 1245 offences (0.05160 per 100,000 people)
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- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
- Dallas - 578 offences (0.08548 per 100,000 people)
- Glenroy - 2141 offences (0.08999 per 100,000 people)
- Jacana - 225 offences (0.10288 per 100,000 people)
- Broadmeadows - 3869 offences (0.30893 per 100,000 people)
- Campbellfield - 1559 offences (0.31324 per 100,000 people)
- Somerton - 342 offences (57.00000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, assault and related offences have fluctuated but generally remained between 39 and 59 incidents annually, indicating a relatively stable violent crime trend.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, ranging from about 112 to 377 cases per year, with notable declines after peak years around 2018.
- Assault is the primary violent crime, consistently outnumbering robbery and other violent offences by a significant margin.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders in 2026, jumping sharply to 128 from previous years averaging below 50.
- Overall, property damage and theft remain significant safety concerns, but violent crimes show moderate stability, highlighting ongoing challenges in public order enforcement.
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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