Crime Rates for Donnybrook, VIC
⇌ Compare Donnybrook with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Donnybrook (3064) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 608 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 28,952 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Donnybrook, VIC in 2021 was 2,100. In the last 10 years, Donnybrook, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 29.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 7.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 150 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 Donnybrook for 2026: B Property and deception offences (377), A Crimes against the person (102), E Justice procedures offences (88).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 35 | 55 | 44 | 70 | 98 | 120 | 134 | 156 | 291 | 466 | 608 |
| A Crimes against the person | 3 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 49 | 87 | 102 |
| B Property and deception offences | 23 | 40 | 42 | 48 | 59 | 78 | 106 | 127 | 187 | 307 | 377 |
| C Drug offences | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 3 | 25 |
| D Public order and security offences | 6 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 16 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 42 | 61 | 88 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 608 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 1394 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 70 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 70 | 57 | 22.81% |
| Robbery In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 14 | 17 | -17.65% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 12 | 11 | 9.09% |
| Arson In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Arson. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Property damage In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 58 reported cases of Property damage. | 58 | 44 | 31.82% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 55 | 55 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 222 reported cases of Theft. | 222 | 193 | 15.03% |
| Deception In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of Deception. | 35 | 12 | 191.67% |
| Bribery In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 17 | 3 | 466.67% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 12 | 4 | 200.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 7 | 2 | 250.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 81 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 81 | 59 | 37.29% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Donnybrook, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel unsafe living in Donnybrook, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Donnybrook, VIC
How common is car theft in the Donnybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 39 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 Donnybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Donnybrook, VIC are Timber/Build Mat (504), Tools (332), Electrical Appliances (320), Power Tools (282) and Car Accessories (259).
What is the crime rate in Donnybrook, VIC?
Donnybrook, VIC has a crime rate of 608 reported criminal offences.
Is Donnybrook, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Donnybrook, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 28,952 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Donnybrook, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Donnybrook, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 377 reported offences.
Has crime in the Donnybrook, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Donnybrook, VIC have increased by 407% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Donnybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 102 offenses against persons in Donnybrook, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Donnybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 342 property crime offenses in Donnybrook, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Donnybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Donnybrook, VIC recorded 25 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Donnybrook (2021)
Donnybrook is a quiet suburb with around 2100 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 54.8% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3 people. The median household weekly income is $2207, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.2%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 44.1% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Donnybrook, VIC
If you’re considering living near Donnybrook , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Beveridge - 785 offences (0.16911 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Crime rates have generally increased over the period 2016 to 2026, with a steep rise in assault and related offences from very low single digits to 70 incidents by 2026.
- Theft dominates property crimes, rising markedly from 16 cases in 2016 to 222 in 2026, far exceeding burglary and property damage numbers.
- Assault and related offences are the primary violent crime type, showing a significant upward trend especially after 2021.
- A major spike is evident in breaches of orders, which surged from low single digits before 2023 to 81 cases in 2026.
- The substantial growth in both violent and property crime categories indicates increasing challenges to overall safety.
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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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