Crime Rates for Essendon West, VIC
⇌ Compare Essendon West with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Essendon West (3040) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 65 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,169 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Essendon West, VIC in 2021 was 1,559. In the last 10 years, Essendon West, VIC's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 779.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 52 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 1559 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 Essendon West for 2026: B Property and deception offences (41), C Drug offences (9), A Crimes against the person (7).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 71 | 63 | 51 | 65 | 46 | 60 | 32 | 52 | 70 | 64 | 65 |
| A Crimes against the person | 11 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 11 | 19 | 7 |
| B Property and deception offences | 52 | 33 | 30 | 48 | 29 | 34 | 19 | 25 | 42 | 24 | 41 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| D Public order and security offences | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 3 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 12 | 13 | 17 | 5 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 65 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 377 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 2 | 9 | -77.78% |
| Robbery In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 1 | 7 | -85.71% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Property damage. | 6 | 7 | -14.29% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 27 reported cases of Theft. | 27 | 13 | 107.69% |
| Deception In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Deception. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 8 | 0 | 800.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 5 | 17 | -70.59% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Essendon West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Essendon West, 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 Essendon West, VIC
How common is car theft in the Essendon West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 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 Essendon West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Essendon West, VIC are Power Tools (194), Jewellery (170), Tools (98), Electrical Appliances (82) and Personal Property (72).
What is the crime rate in Essendon West, VIC?
Essendon West, VIC has a crime rate of 65 reported criminal offences.
Is Essendon West, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Essendon West, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,169 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Essendon West, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Essendon West, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 41 reported offences.
Has crime in the Essendon West, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Essendon West, VIC have increased by 8% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Essendon West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 7 offenses against persons in Essendon West, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Essendon West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 37 property crime offenses in Essendon West, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Essendon West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Essendon West, VIC recorded 9 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Essendon West (2021)
Essendon West is a quiet suburb with around 1559 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 57.2% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $2338, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.3%. A majority of people (76.5%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Essendon West, VIC
If you’re considering living near Essendon West , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Avondale Heights - 514 offences (0.04149 per 100,000 people)
- Niddrie - 247 offences (0.04186 per 100,000 people)
- Aberfeldie - 192 offences (0.04892 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon - 1423 offences (0.06700 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon North - 331 offences (0.10778 per 100,000 people)
- Maidstone - 1029 offences (0.10960 per 100,000 people)
- Airport West - 1100 offences (0.13459 per 100,000 people)
- Maribyrnong - 2397 offences (0.19065 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon Fields - 307 offences (23.61538 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime levels exhibit fluctuations with no consistent upward or downward long-term trend, though some categories show notable variability.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking around 2019 with over 30 incidents and then generally fluctuating between 8 and 27 annually.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime, ranging mostly from 2 to 9 incidents per year with moderate variation.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders between 2016 and 2025, reaching a peak of 17 incidents multiple times before decreasing sharply in 2026 to 5.
- Overall safety concerns are highlighted by persistent theft and assault rates alongside inconsistent but significant breaches of orders, indicating 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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