Crime Rates for Geelong, VIC
⇌ Compare Geelong with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Geelong (3220) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 4017 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 69,128 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Geelong, VIC in 2021 was 5,811. In the last 10 years, Geelong, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 16.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 4.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 135.1 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 Geelong for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1841), E Justice procedures offences (1011), A Crimes against the person (492).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3235 | 3270 | 3517 | 3296 | 3412 | 2803 | 2920 | 3093 | 3508 | 3796 | 4017 |
| A Crimes against the person | 329 | 372 | 398 | 489 | 493 | 347 | 435 | 469 | 374 | 460 | 492 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1600 | 1690 | 1946 | 1543 | 1538 | 1295 | 965 | 1324 | 1602 | 1743 | 1841 |
| C Drug offences | 124 | 149 | 113 | 199 | 227 | 207 | 117 | 137 | 208 | 249 | 321 |
| D Public order and security offences | 559 | 438 | 425 | 468 | 389 | 282 | 697 | 322 | 311 | 304 | 321 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 612 | 610 | 627 | 590 | 757 | 573 | 651 | 833 | 1005 | 1033 | 1011 |
| F Other offences | 11 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 99 | 55 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 31 |
In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 4017 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 17087 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 326 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 326 | 289 | 12.80% |
| Robbery In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Robbery. | 25 | 14 | 78.57% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 43 | 75 | -42.67% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 18 | 30 | -40.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 80 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 80 | 52 | 53.85% |
| Arson In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Arson. | 7 | 39 | -82.05% |
| Property damage In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 260 reported cases of Property damage. | 260 | 284 | -8.45% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 96 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 96 | 147 | -34.69% |
| Theft In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 1265 reported cases of Theft. | 1265 | 1163 | 8.77% |
| Deception In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 213 reported cases of Deception. | 213 | 110 | 93.64% |
| Bribery In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 21 | 18 | 16.67% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 9 | 12 | -25.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 290 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 290 | 218 | 33.03% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 125 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 125 | 114 | 9.65% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 158 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 158 | 147 | 7.48% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 38 | 43 | -11.63% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 125 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 125 | 143 | -12.59% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 886 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 886 | 890 | -0.45% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 29 | 3 | 866.67% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Geelong, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
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 Geelong, VIC?
Based on community voting, safety perceptions in Geelong, VIC are mixed, with more respondents reporting feeling safe than unsafe. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Geelong, VIC
How common is car theft in the Geelong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 81 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 Geelong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Geelong, VIC are Personal Property (4241), Cash/Document (2897), Clothing (2227), Electrical Appliances (1447) and Car Accessories (1262).
What is the crime rate in Geelong, VIC?
Geelong, VIC has a crime rate of 4017 reported criminal offences.
Is Geelong, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Geelong, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 69,128 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Geelong, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Geelong, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1841 reported offences.
Has crime in the Geelong, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Geelong, VIC have increased by 43% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Geelong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 492 offenses against persons in Geelong, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Geelong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1628 property crime offenses in Geelong, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Geelong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Geelong, VIC recorded 321 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Geelong (2021)
Geelong is a quiet suburb with around 5811 people. While families are part of the community, only about 33.1% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2 people. The median household weekly income is $1670, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.2%. A majority of people (71.8%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Geelong, VIC
If you’re considering living near Geelong , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Newtown (Greater Geelong) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Thomson (Greater Geelong) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Drumcondra - 32 offences (0.05604 per 100,000 people)
- Rippleside - 58 offences (0.05835 per 100,000 people)
- Manifold Heights - 167 offences (0.06229 per 100,000 people)
- East Geelong - 343 offences (0.08549 per 100,000 people)
- Belmont - 1481 offences (0.09830 per 100,000 people)
- Geelong West - 950 offences (0.12934 per 100,000 people)
- South Geelong - 375 offences (0.36982 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences increased significantly, rising from 197 to 326 incidents, indicating a growing trend in violent crime.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, fluctuating but showing an overall upward trend from 986 in 2016 to a peak of 1265 in 2026.
- Assault remains the dominant violent crime, consistently outnumbering robbery and stalking offences each year.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders, increasing sharply from 464 in 2021 to 916 in 2024 before slightly declining.
- Despite fluctuations in various offences, rising assault and theft rates suggest ongoing challenges to overall community 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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