Crime Rates for Hamilton, VIC
⇌ Compare Hamilton with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Hamilton (3300) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1160 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 11,212 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Hamilton, VIC in 2021 was 10,346. In the last 10 years, Hamilton, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 73.9 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 44.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 145.7 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 Hamilton for 2026: B Property and deception offences (406), E Justice procedures offences (289), A Crimes against the person (279).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 944 | 1144 | 1145 | 1377 | 914 | 921 | 937 | 996 | 1229 | 1240 | 1160 |
| A Crimes against the person | 207 | 179 | 205 | 232 | 168 | 193 | 221 | 202 | 279 | 244 | 279 |
| B Property and deception offences | 397 | 430 | 476 | 466 | 398 | 278 | 315 | 313 | 385 | 450 | 406 |
| C Drug offences | 73 | 122 | 148 | 219 | 101 | 123 | 78 | 50 | 89 | 102 | 88 |
| D Public order and security offences | 112 | 99 | 141 | 129 | 73 | 66 | 57 | 74 | 93 | 98 | 92 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 150 | 312 | 174 | 320 | 172 | 193 | 241 | 357 | 382 | 345 | 289 |
| F Other offences | 5 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 68 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 1160 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 4314 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 139 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 139 | 121 | 14.88% |
| Robbery In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 71 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 71 | 49 | 44.90% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 14 | 17 | -17.65% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 54 | 56 | -3.57% |
| Arson In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Arson. | 8 | 5 | 60.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 125 reported cases of Property damage. | 125 | 147 | -14.97% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 28 | 32 | -12.50% |
| Theft In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 204 reported cases of Theft. | 204 | 240 | -15.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Deception. | 41 | 26 | 57.69% |
| Bribery In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 10 | 12 | -16.67% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 76 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 76 | 88 | -13.64% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 49 | 39 | 25.64% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 22 | 32 | -31.25% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 21 | 27 | -22.22% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 41 | 43 | -4.65% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 248 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 248 | 302 | -17.88% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Hamilton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 5 | 1 | 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Hamilton, VIC
How common is car theft in the Hamilton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 10 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 Hamilton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Hamilton, VIC are Cash/Document (658), Personal Property (478), Food (326), Electrical Appliances (322) and Clothing (262).
What is the crime rate in Hamilton, VIC?
Hamilton, VIC has a crime rate of 1160 reported criminal offences.
Is Hamilton, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Hamilton, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 11,212 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Hamilton, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Hamilton, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 406 reported offences.
Has crime in the Hamilton, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Hamilton, VIC have increased by 26% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Hamilton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 279 offenses against persons in Hamilton, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Hamilton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 365 property crime offenses in Hamilton, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Hamilton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Hamilton, VIC recorded 88 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Hamilton (2021)
Hamilton is a vibrant suburb with 10346 people. While families are part of the community, only about 36.1% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1247, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.1%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 86% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Hamilton, VIC
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, property crimes exhibit fluctuations with theft consistently dominating, ranging mostly between 137 and 240 incidents annually.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crime, with numbers generally increasing from around 81 in 2020 to a peak of 141 by 2024-2026.
- A significant spike is observed in breaches of orders, rising sharply from 107 in 2016 to a high of 351 in 2024 before slightly declining.
- Property damage remains relatively stable but shows a slight increase peaking near 148 in 2024-2025.
- The overall safety relevance is highlighted by the rising trends in assault and breaches of orders, indicating increased challenges in personal security and legal compliance.
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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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