Crime Rates for Keilor Downs, VIC
As of Year 2025 Sep The Keilor Downs (3038) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 591 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,996 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Keilor Downs, VIC in 2021 was 9,857. In the last 10 years, Keilor Downs, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 167.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 35.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 657.1 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 Keilor Downs for 2025: B Property and deception offences (346), E Justice procedures offences (95), A Crimes against the person (94).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 595 | 608 | 711 | 662 | 701 | 531 | 551 | 622 | 604 | 591 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 101 | 84 | 78 | 134 | 132 | 84 | 90 | 80 | 92 | 94 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 298 | 319 | 399 | 356 | 265 | 277 | 233 | 337 | 313 | 346 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 21 | 55 | 40 | 32 | 47 | 18 | 43 | 47 | 22 | 30 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 15 | 26 | 39 | 24 | 32 | 22 | 41 | 59 | 36 | 26 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 160 | 122 | 150 | 115 | 192 | 122 | 144 | 99 | 140 | 95 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 33 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 591 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 3143 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 57 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 57 | 48 | 18.75% |
| Robbery In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 15 | 23 | -34.78% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 16 | 16 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 4 | -75.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Property damage. | 39 | 36 | 8.33% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 27 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 27 | 32 | -15.63% |
| Theft In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 251 reported cases of Theft. | 251 | 192 | 30.73% |
| Deception In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Deception. | 28 | 49 | -42.86% |
| Bribery In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 26 | 16 | 62.50% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 11 | 31 | -64.52% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 9 | 2 | 350.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 3 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 19 | 17 | 11.76% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 76 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 76 | 123 | -38.21% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Sep), 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 Keilor Downs, VIC
How common is car theft in the Keilor Downs, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 24 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 Keilor Downs, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, the most commonly stolen items in Keilor Downs, VIC are Cash/Document (1050), Jewellery (1012), Personal Property (926), Electrical Appliances (632) and Car Accessories (604).
What is the crime rate in Keilor Downs, VIC?
Keilor Downs, VIC has a crime rate of 591 reported criminal offences.
Is Keilor Downs, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Keilor Downs, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,996 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Keilor Downs, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Keilor Downs, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 346 reported offences.
Has crime in the Keilor Downs, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 16% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Keilor Downs, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 94 offenses against persons in Keilor Downs, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Keilor Downs, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 318 property crime offenses in Keilor Downs, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Keilor Downs, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, Keilor Downs, VIC recorded 30 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Keilor Downs (2021)
Keilor Downs is a quiet suburb with around 9857 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 43.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1558, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.9%. While 54.2% 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 Keilor Downs, VIC
If you’re considering living near Keilor Downs , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Keilor Lodge - 33 offences (0.01978 per 100,000 people)
- Delahey - 336 offences (0.04160 per 100,000 people)
- Cairnlea - 436 offences (0.04343 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor - 302 offences (0.05113 per 100,000 people)
- Kings Park - 455 offences (0.05547 per 100,000 people)
- Kealba - 227 offences (0.07037 per 100,000 people)
- Taylors Lakes - 1361 offences (0.08969 per 100,000 people)
- St Albans - 4088 offences (0.10746 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor North - 35 offences (0.52239 per 100,000 people)
*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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