Crime Rates for Killarney, VIC
⇌ Compare Killarney with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Killarney (3283) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 10 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,128 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Killarney, VIC in 2021 was 195. In the last 10 years, Killarney, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 97.5 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 Killarney for 2026: B Property and deception offences (3), C Drug offences (3), E Justice procedures offences (3).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7 | 12 | 10 | 21 | 6 | 22 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| A Crimes against the person | 3 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| B Property and deception offences | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 10 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'A Crimes against the person' with 38 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Property damage. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Theft. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Killarney, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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.
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FAQ About Crime in Killarney, VIC
How common is car theft in the Killarney, VIC?
Motor vehicle theft does not occur in the Killarney, VIC.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Killarney, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Killarney, VIC are Sporting Goods (44), Electrical Appliances (6), Car Accessories (4), Personal Property (4) and Domestic Pets (4).
What is the crime rate in Killarney, VIC?
Killarney, VIC has a crime rate of 10 reported criminal offences.
Is Killarney, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Killarney, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,128 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Killarney, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Killarney, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 3 reported offences.
Has crime in the Killarney, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 55% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Killarney, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1 offenses against persons in Killarney, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Killarney, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 3 property crime offenses in Killarney, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Killarney, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Killarney, VIC recorded 3 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Killarney (2021)
Killarney is a quiet suburb with around 195 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 40.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $2071, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.5%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 86.2% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Killarney, VIC
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- Southern Cross - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
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- Illowa - 4 offences (0.01316 per 100,000 people)
- Dennington - 46 offences (0.02307 per 100,000 people)
- Crossley - 8 offences (0.03404 per 100,000 people)
- Toolong - 3 offences (0.03409 per 100,000 people)
- Tower Hill - 3 offences (0.03614 per 100,000 people)
- Rosebrook - 5 offences (0.03906 per 100,000 people)
- Koroit - 105 offences (0.04808 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- From 2016 to 2026, crime levels show fluctuations but no consistent long-term increase or decrease, with some years recording zero incidents in key categories.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, ranging between 0 to 3 incidents annually, with occasional small spikes around 2024 and 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime, generally low but peaking at 4 incidents in 2017.
- A notable spike occurred in breaches of orders with 6 incidents in 2017 and 2019, then sharply dropping to minimal cases after 2020.
- Overall, crime volumes remain low, suggesting a relatively safe environment with no sustained upward trends in violent or property crimes.
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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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