Crime Rates for Heidelberg West, VIC
⇌ Compare Heidelberg West with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Heidelberg West (3081) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1433 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 27,285 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Heidelberg West, VIC in 2021 was 5,252. In the last 10 years, Heidelberg West, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 44.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 8.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 159.2 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 Heidelberg West for 2026: B Property and deception offences (787), E Justice procedures offences (231), A Crimes against the person (194).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 1179 | 1178 | 982 | 1258 | 1173 | 988 | 879 | 1023 | 1457 | 1433 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 194 | 178 | 153 | 220 | 164 | 172 | 144 | 192 | 192 | 194 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 681 | 601 | 499 | 604 | 434 | 423 | 409 | 552 | 839 | 787 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 75 | 82 | 106 | 169 | 191 | 130 | 89 | 65 | 141 | 139 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 64 | 83 | 65 | 80 | 112 | 74 | 64 | 65 | 73 | 79 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 165 | 234 | 159 | 164 | 177 | 177 | 172 | 147 | 211 | 231 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 95 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 1433 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 5829 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 105 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 105 | 124 | -15.32% |
| Robbery In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Robbery. | 13 | 12 | 8.33% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 33 | 27 | 22.22% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 23 | 15 | 53.33% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 20 | 14 | 42.86% |
| Arson In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Arson. | 11 | 11 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 107 reported cases of Property damage. | 107 | 130 | -17.69% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 113 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 113 | 133 | -15.04% |
| Theft In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 495 reported cases of Theft. | 495 | 522 | -5.17% |
| Deception In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 61 reported cases of Deception. | 61 | 43 | 41.86% |
| Bribery In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 23 | 8 | 187.50% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 6 | 11 | -45.45% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 110 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 110 | 122 | -9.84% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 43 | 48 | -10.42% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 23 | 16 | 43.75% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 13 | 9 | 44.44% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 50 | 35 | 42.86% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 181 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 181 | 176 | 2.84% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Jun), 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 Heidelberg West, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel unsafe living in Heidelberg West, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Heidelberg West, VIC
How common is car theft in the Heidelberg West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 49 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 Heidelberg West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Heidelberg West, VIC are Cash/Document (1250), Personal Property (1130), Car Accessories (1095), Electrical Appliances (714) and Tools (656).
What is the crime rate in Heidelberg West, VIC?
Heidelberg West, VIC has a crime rate of 1433 reported criminal offences.
Is Heidelberg West, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Heidelberg West, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 27,285 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Heidelberg West, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Heidelberg West, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 787 reported offences.
Has crime in the Heidelberg West, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Heidelberg West, VIC have increased by 22% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Heidelberg West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 194 offenses against persons in Heidelberg West, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Heidelberg West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 726 property crime offenses in Heidelberg West, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Heidelberg West, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Heidelberg West, VIC recorded 139 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Heidelberg West (2021)
Heidelberg West is a quiet suburb with around 5252 people. While families are part of the community, only about 36.9% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1257, though the unemployment rate stands at 8.9%. While 60.6% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Heidelberg West, VIC
If you’re considering living near Heidelberg West , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Bellfield (Banyule) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Macleod - 388 offences (0.03922 per 100,000 people)
- Eaglemont - 168 offences (0.04242 per 100,000 people)
- Rosanna - 370 offences (0.04294 per 100,000 people)
- Ivanhoe - 1243 offences (0.09294 per 100,000 people)
- Heidelberg Heights - 795 offences (0.11764 per 100,000 people)
- Kingsbury - 461 offences (0.13324 per 100,000 people)
- Preston - 6155 offences (0.18215 per 100,000 people)
- Heidelberg - 2808 offences (0.38152 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences fluctuated but generally remained around 80 to 130 incidents annually, showing no consistent long-term increase or decrease.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, with counts ranging roughly between 190 and 520, peaking between 2017 and 2025 before a recent decline.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crimes, consistently outnumbering robbery and stalking incidents.
- A major spike occurred in theft from 2022 to 2025, jumping from under 200 to above 500 cases, while property damage and burglary showed moderate fluctuations without sharp trends.
- Despite some spikes in property crimes, the relatively stable violent crime rates suggest overall safety risks have not drastically changed over the decade.
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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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