Crime Rates for Kings Park, VIC
⇌ Compare Kings Park with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Kings Park (3021) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 396 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,828 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Kings Park, VIC in 2021 was 8,203. In the last 10 years, Kings Park, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 170.9 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 51.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 631 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 Kings Park for 2026: B Property and deception offences (205), A Crimes against the person (77), E Justice procedures offences (53).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 689 | 595 | 501 | 472 | 489 | 684 | 420 | 312 | 376 | 445 | 396 |
| A Crimes against the person | 111 | 89 | 99 | 105 | 93 | 83 | 62 | 74 | 96 | 99 | 77 |
| B Property and deception offences | 332 | 282 | 233 | 213 | 279 | 256 | 208 | 172 | 161 | 184 | 205 |
| C Drug offences | 93 | 84 | 37 | 30 | 30 | 70 | 56 | 17 | 25 | 28 | 26 |
| D Public order and security offences | 113 | 69 | 38 | 39 | 26 | 35 | 31 | 21 | 18 | 30 | 35 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 40 | 71 | 94 | 85 | 60 | 78 | 56 | 27 | 76 | 104 | 53 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 162 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 396 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 2525 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 41 | 55 | -25.45% |
| Robbery In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Robbery. | 7 | 5 | 40.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 13 | 20 | -35.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 8 | 10 | -20.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 8 | 9 | -11.11% |
| Arson In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 5 | -60.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Property damage. | 28 | 29 | -3.45% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 24 | 30 | -20.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 136 reported cases of Theft. | 136 | 114 | 19.30% |
| Deception In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Deception. | 15 | 6 | 150.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 8 | -62.50% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 22 | 18 | 22.22% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 24 | 21 | 14.29% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 5 | 1 | 400.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 8 | -25.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 16 | 7 | 128.57% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 37 | 97 | -61.86% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Kings Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Kings Park, 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 Kings Park, VIC
How common is car theft in the Kings Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 35 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 Kings Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Kings Park, VIC are Jewellery (610), Personal Property (596), Car Accessories (586), Cash/Document (502) and Electrical Appliances (344).
What is the crime rate in Kings Park, VIC?
Kings Park, VIC has a crime rate of 396 reported criminal offences.
Is Kings Park, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Kings Park, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,828 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Kings Park, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Kings Park, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 205 reported offences.
Has crime in the Kings Park, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 42% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Kings Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 77 offenses against persons in Kings Park, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Kings Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 190 property crime offenses in Kings Park, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Kings Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Kings Park, VIC recorded 26 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Kings Park (2021)
Kings Park is a quiet suburb with around 8203 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 45% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1224, though the unemployment rate stands at 10.1%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 39.9% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Kings Park, VIC
If you’re considering living near Kings Park , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Burnside Heights - 140 offences (0.02195 per 100,000 people)
- Taylors Hill - 488 offences (0.03165 per 100,000 people)
- Albanvale - 231 offences (0.04095 per 100,000 people)
- Delahey - 333 offences (0.04123 per 100,000 people)
- Cairnlea - 473 offences (0.04712 per 100,000 people)
- Burnside - 298 offences (0.05138 per 100,000 people)
- Sydenham - 544 offences (0.05143 per 100,000 people)
- Caroline Springs - 1372 offences (0.05603 per 100,000 people)
- St Albans - 4034 offences (0.10604 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime shows a fluctuating trend with some decreases in recent years, especially from 2023 to 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, ranging from about 100 to 190 incidents annually, with a general decline since 2016.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crimes, fluctuating between roughly 37 and 62 incidents over the period.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders in 2025, peaking at 97 before dropping sharply in following years.
- Despite some volatility, the data suggest moderate improvements in public safety with reduced property damage and lower violent crime counts recently.
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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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