Crime Rates for Epping, VIC
⇌ Compare Epping with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Epping (3076) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 4406 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 13,157 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Epping, VIC in 2021 was 33,489. In the last 10 years, Epping, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 94.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 14.9 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 360.1 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 Epping for 2026: B Property and deception offences (2970), A Crimes against the person (576), E Justice procedures offences (431).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3189 | 3411 | 3408 | 3571 | 3790 | 3614 | 2731 | 2791 | 3244 | 4199 | 4406 |
| A Crimes against the person | 472 | 512 | 533 | 603 | 615 | 609 | 515 | 555 | 477 | 520 | 576 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1981 | 2154 | 2208 | 2118 | 2316 | 1663 | 1409 | 1565 | 1970 | 2802 | 2970 |
| C Drug offences | 207 | 168 | 111 | 168 | 231 | 330 | 222 | 183 | 219 | 205 | 261 |
| D Public order and security offences | 162 | 150 | 133 | 175 | 161 | 187 | 132 | 143 | 156 | 150 | 161 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 360 | 425 | 421 | 500 | 462 | 482 | 418 | 344 | 417 | 517 | 431 |
| F Other offences | 7 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 343 | 35 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 4406 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 23156 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 325 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 325 | 287 | 13.24% |
| Robbery In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of Robbery. | 31 | 31 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 93 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 93 | 85 | 9.41% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 38 | 39 | -2.56% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 89 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 89 | 78 | 14.10% |
| Arson In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Arson. | 14 | 36 | -61.11% |
| Property damage In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 336 reported cases of Property damage. | 336 | 308 | 9.09% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 205 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 205 | 254 | -19.29% |
| Theft In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 2046 reported cases of Theft. | 2046 | 1913 | 6.95% |
| Deception In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 369 reported cases of Deception. | 369 | 291 | 26.80% |
| Bribery In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 26 | 17 | 52.94% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 22 | 10 | 120.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 213 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 213 | 178 | 19.66% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 90 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 90 | 85 | 5.88% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 45 | 42 | 7.14% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 26 | 23 | 13.04% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 72 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 72 | 74 | -2.70% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 359 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 359 | 443 | -18.96% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Epping, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 5 | 3 | 66.67% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Epping, 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 Epping, VIC?
Based on community voting, safety perceptions in Epping, VIC are mixed, with both positive and negative views reported. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Epping, VIC
How common is car theft in the Epping, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 280 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Epping, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Epping, VIC are Car Accessories (4181), Cash/Document (3901), Personal Property (3537), Power Tools (2512) and Jewellery (2489).
What is the crime rate in Epping, VIC?
Epping, VIC has a crime rate of 4406 reported criminal offences.
Is Epping, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Epping, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 13,157 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Epping, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Epping, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2970 reported offences.
Has crime in the Epping, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Epping, VIC have increased by 22% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Epping, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 576 offenses against persons in Epping, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Epping, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2601 property crime offenses in Epping, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Epping, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Epping, VIC recorded 261 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Epping (2021)
Epping is a vibrant suburb with 33489 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 52.7% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1671, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.5%. While 53.9% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Epping, VIC
If you’re considering living near Epping , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Coolaroo - 725 offences (0.22706 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 decade, total crime shows fluctuations with some categories like assault remaining relatively stable between 240 and 360 incidents annually.
- Theft dominates property crimes, rising sharply from around 930 to over 2,000 offenses in recent years, indicating increased incidents of this crime type.
- Assault and related offenses are the leading violent crimes, consistently ranging from approximately 240 to 360 yearly cases, reflecting steady violent crime levels.
- There was a major spike in deception offenses from about 150 to nearly 370 cases, and a significant drop in burglary from over 340 down to around 120 incidents over the period.
- Overall, while some crimes like theft have surged, violent crimes remain steady, suggesting evolving safety challenges primarily linked to property offenses.
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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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