Crime Rates for Keilor, VIC
⇌ Compare Keilor with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Keilor (3036) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 275 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,656 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Keilor, VIC in 2021 was 5,906. In the last 10 years, Keilor, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 328.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 52.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 843.7 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 Keilor for 2026: B Property and deception offences (139), E Justice procedures offences (51), A Crimes against the person (44).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 37 | 482 | 248 | 355 | 334 | 298 | 214 | 285 | 210 | 343 | 275 |
| A Crimes against the person | 13 | 31 | 30 | 67 | 60 | 38 | 39 | 31 | 34 | 44 | 44 |
| B Property and deception offences | 18 | 373 | 170 | 209 | 182 | 158 | 133 | 213 | 128 | 165 | 139 |
| C Drug offences | 6 | 37 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 19 | 19 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 24 | 19 | 46 | 67 | 61 | 24 | 25 | 35 | 108 | 51 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 275 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 1888 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 18 | 23 | -21.74% |
| Robbery In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 7 | 10 | -30.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 9 | 1 | 800.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 10 | 7 | 42.86% |
| Arson In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Property damage. | 12 | 19 | -36.84% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 25 | 28 | -10.71% |
| Theft In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 88 reported cases of Theft. | 88 | 110 | -20.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Deception. | 11 | 7 | 57.14% |
| Bribery In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 18 | 14 | 28.57% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 10 | 18 | -44.44% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 41 | 90 | -54.44% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Keilor, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 13 | 0 | 1300.00% |
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 Keilor, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel mostly safe living in Keilor, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Keilor, VIC
How common is car theft in the Keilor, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 16 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, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Keilor, VIC are Jewellery (1006), Personal Property (820), Cash/Document (628), Power Tools (510) and Electrical Appliances (442).
What is the crime rate in Keilor, VIC?
Keilor, VIC has a crime rate of 275 reported criminal offences.
Is Keilor, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Keilor, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,656 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Keilor, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Keilor, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 139 reported offences.
Has crime in the Keilor, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 8% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Keilor, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 44 offenses against persons in Keilor, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Keilor, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 128 property crime offenses in Keilor, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Keilor, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Keilor, VIC recorded 19 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Keilor (2021)
Keilor is a quiet suburb with around 5906 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 49.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $2046, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.6%. A majority of people (75.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Keilor, VIC
If you’re considering living near Keilor , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Keilor Lodge - 40 offences (0.02398 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor East - 691 offences (0.04583 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor Downs - 572 offences (0.05803 per 100,000 people)
- Kealba - 284 offences (0.08803 per 100,000 people)
- Taylors Lakes - 1484 offences (0.09780 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor Park - 263 offences (0.09799 per 100,000 people)
- St Albans - 4034 offences (0.10604 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor North - 39 offences (0.58209 per 100,000 people)
- Melbourne Airport - 1178 offences (18.40625 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime shows a fluctuating trend with some categories peaking mid-period and then declining towards 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high with values mostly between 80 and 110 after an initial spike above 170 in 2017.
- Assault and related offences lead violent crimes, varying between 13 and 29 incidents annually, without sustained increase or decrease.
- A major drop is observed in burglary/break and enter offences, falling from nearly 100 in 2017 to around 25 in 2026.
- Despite fluctuations, the persistence of theft and assault suggests ongoing concerns for public safety, though recent declines in burglary improve the overall safety outlook.
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
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