Crime Rates for Flemington, VIC
⇌ Compare Flemington with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Flemington (3031) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1597 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 22,733 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Flemington, VIC in 2021 was 7,025. In the last 10 years, Flemington, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 51.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 8.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 281 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 Flemington for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1030), A Crimes against the person (212), E Justice procedures offences (185).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2670 | 1395 | 1201 | 1203 | 1152 | 906 | 968 | 1047 | 1166 | 1615 | 1597 |
| A Crimes against the person | 374 | 198 | 167 | 141 | 148 | 159 | 134 | 132 | 168 | 187 | 212 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1528 | 852 | 691 | 576 | 638 | 473 | 494 | 587 | 688 | 1114 | 1030 |
| C Drug offences | 106 | 87 | 90 | 185 | 196 | 64 | 119 | 178 | 111 | 139 | 92 |
| D Public order and security offences | 174 | 100 | 98 | 152 | 67 | 28 | 70 | 77 | 45 | 54 | 65 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 486 | 152 | 150 | 143 | 102 | 90 | 116 | 72 | 151 | 120 | 185 |
| F Other offences | 2 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 92 | 35 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 13 |
In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 1597 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 8671 reported cases.
- Overview
- Latest Crime Rates
- FAQ
- AI Analysis
- Crime Statistics
- What Others Say About Safety
- Victoria Overview
- Latest Crime
- Source
*Disclaimer: Information on this website is general and may not be accurate. Please verify independently. Read full disclaimer.
Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 129 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 129 | 126 | 2.38% |
| Robbery In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Robbery. | 7 | 15 | -53.33% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 25 | 15 | 66.67% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 18 | 16 | 12.50% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 33 | 15 | 120.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 4 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 121 reported cases of Property damage. | 121 | 147 | -17.69% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 55 | 75 | -26.67% |
| Theft In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 768 reported cases of Theft. | 768 | 839 | -8.46% |
| Deception In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 84 reported cases of Deception. | 84 | 49 | 71.43% |
| Bribery In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 10 | 32 | -68.75% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 78 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 78 | 101 | -22.77% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 46 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 46 | 27 | 70.37% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 7 | 14 | -50.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 12 | 13 | -7.69% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 24 | 19 | 26.32% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 161 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 161 | 101 | 59.41% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 6 | 1 | 500.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Flemington, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Flemington, VIC?
There are currently no community safety votes for Flemington, VIC. Be the first to share how safe you feel living in the area.
FAQ About Crime in Flemington, VIC
How common is car theft in the Flemington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 83 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 Flemington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Flemington, VIC are Cash/Document (2102), Personal Property (1857), Car Accessories (1363), Cigarettes/Liquor (1042) and Electrical Appliances (842).
What is the crime rate in Flemington, VIC?
Flemington, VIC has a crime rate of 1597 reported criminal offences.
Is Flemington, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Flemington, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 22,733 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Flemington, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Flemington, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1030 reported offences.
Has crime in the Flemington, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Flemington, VIC have increased by 76% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Flemington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 212 offenses against persons in Flemington, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Flemington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 946 property crime offenses in Flemington, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Flemington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Flemington, VIC recorded 92 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Flemington (2021)
Flemington is a quiet suburb with around 7025 people. While families are part of the community, only about 32.7% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2 people. The median household weekly income is $1525, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.1%. While 57.2% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
Population Overview
- Total People (2021)
- Total People (2025 estimate)
- Couple Families with Children
- Average Household Size
Income & Employment
- Median Household Weekly Income
- Unemployment Rate
Cultural Diversity
- Born Australia
Crime Statistics
Safest suburbs around Flemington, VIC
If you’re considering living near Flemington , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Travancore - 162 offences (0.07656 per 100,000 people)
- Brunswick West - 1292 offences (0.08762 per 100,000 people)
- Moonee Ponds - 1704 offences (0.10503 per 100,000 people)
- Kensington - 1354 offences (0.12601 per 100,000 people)
- Ascot Vale - 2021 offences (0.13299 per 100,000 people)
- North Melbourne - 2393 offences (0.16003 per 100,000 people)
- Parkville - 1157 offences (0.16356 per 100,000 people)
- West Melbourne - 1672 offences (0.20835 per 100,000 people)
- Footscray - 4408 offences (0.25731 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the last decade, crime rates show a general decline from very high levels in 2016 to lower but fluctuating figures by 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently the highest with counts around 339 to 839 annually, peaking between 2016-2017 and declining afterward.
- Assault and related offences represent the leading violent crime category, showing a significant drop from 220 cases in 2016 to a low around 79-104 during recent years before a slight rise.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders, which dropped sharply from 440 in 2016 to about 61-161 in the last five years, indicating improved compliance or enforcement.
- Overall, the decrease in serious violent crimes and breaches of orders suggests a positive trend in safety, though theft remains a persistent issue.
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
Voices from Flemington
Read what locals and visitors say about feeling safe or not in the area.
How Do You Feel About the Safety of Flemington in 2026?
Tell us your story or share your experience about safety in Flemington. Please keep your comments respectful and do not include personal information.
Please follow these guidelines when submitting your story: