Crime Rates for Fairfield, VIC
⇌ Compare Fairfield with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Fairfield (3078) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 564 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,630 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Fairfield, VIC in 2021 was 6,535. In the last 10 years, Fairfield, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 284.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 16.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 2178.3 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 Fairfield for 2026: B Property and deception offences (477), A Crimes against the person (41), E Justice procedures offences (22).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 170 | 599 | 500 | 507 | 519 | 497 | 523 | 639 | 523 | 681 | 564 |
| A Crimes against the person | 34 | 43 | 61 | 63 | 63 | 77 | 96 | 69 | 78 | 86 | 41 |
| B Property and deception offences | 110 | 488 | 375 | 362 | 379 | 339 | 334 | 309 | 371 | 521 | 477 |
| C Drug offences | 6 | 23 | 6 | 23 | 16 | 19 | 44 | 206 | 21 | 23 | 8 |
| D Public order and security offences | 10 | 21 | 23 | 19 | 6 | 14 | 7 | 14 | 27 | 10 | 15 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 4 | 22 | 30 | 39 | 54 | 22 | 36 | 40 | 25 | 40 | 22 |
| F Other offences | 6 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 564 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 4065 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 23 | 51 | -54.90% |
| Robbery In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 5 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 3 | 8 | -62.50% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 13 | 20 | -35.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Property damage. | 50 | 46 | 8.70% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 68 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 68 | 64 | 6.25% |
| Theft In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 325 reported cases of Theft. | 325 | 376 | -13.56% |
| Deception In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Deception. | 33 | 33 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 7 | 21 | -66.67% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 9 | 2 | 350.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 7 | -71.43% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 20 | 33 | -39.39% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Fairfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, VIC
How common is car theft in the Fairfield, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 53 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 Fairfield, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Fairfield, VIC are Cash/Document (1070), Personal Property (881), Car Accessories (706), Power Tools (644) and Electrical Appliances (562).
What is the crime rate in Fairfield, VIC?
Fairfield, VIC has a crime rate of 564 reported criminal offences.
Is Fairfield, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Fairfield, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,630 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Fairfield, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Fairfield, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 477 reported offences.
Has crime in the Fairfield, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Fairfield, VIC have increased by 13% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Fairfield, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 41 offenses against persons in Fairfield, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Fairfield, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 444 property crime offenses in Fairfield, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Fairfield, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Fairfield, VIC recorded 8 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Fairfield (2021)
Fairfield is a quiet suburb with around 6535 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 45.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1967, though the unemployment rate stands at 4%. A majority of people (73.9%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Fairfield, VIC
If you’re considering living near Fairfield , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Kew - 1683 offences (0.06870 per 100,000 people)
- Northcote - 1758 offences (0.06955 per 100,000 people)
- Thornbury - 1494 offences (0.07861 per 100,000 people)
- Alphington - 468 offences (0.08208 per 100,000 people)
- Ivanhoe - 1243 offences (0.09294 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy North - 1272 offences (0.09952 per 100,000 people)
- Clifton Hill - 672 offences (0.10173 per 100,000 people)
- Abbotsford - 1610 offences (0.17716 per 100,000 people)
- Collingwood - 2615 offences (0.28489 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault numbers fluctuated, peaking around 2022 before declining significantly by 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high but showing a downward trend from a peak near 2017 and 2025 to a lower level in 2026.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crimes, with notable variation but an overall decrease after 2022.
- A major spike occurred in "Other drug offences" in 2023, reaching 193 incidents, a sharp increase compared to other years.
- Overall, the data suggests a mixed safety profile with reductions in violent crime but persistent high theft rates, indicating ongoing concerns for property security.
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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