Crime Rates for Leopold, VIC
⇌ Compare Leopold with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Leopold (3224) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 653 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,920 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Leopold, VIC in 2021 was 13,272. In the last 10 years, Leopold, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 232.8 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 53.1 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 948 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 Leopold for 2026: B Property and deception offences (348), E Justice procedures offences (150), A Crimes against the person (94).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 401 | 438 | 602 | 351 | 448 | 432 | 380 | 358 | 409 | 488 | 653 |
| A Crimes against the person | 79 | 65 | 66 | 58 | 60 | 91 | 91 | 58 | 83 | 98 | 94 |
| B Property and deception offences | 281 | 312 | 435 | 227 | 259 | 218 | 184 | 201 | 234 | 262 | 348 |
| C Drug offences | 5 | 17 | 23 | 15 | 19 | 18 | 10 | 9 | 20 | 17 | 37 |
| D Public order and security offences | 6 | 18 | 28 | 11 | 25 | 28 | 15 | 15 | 21 | 28 | 24 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 30 | 26 | 47 | 39 | 77 | 59 | 76 | 75 | 51 | 82 | 150 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 653 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 2961 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 54 | 52 | 3.85% |
| Robbery In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Robbery. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 14 | 20 | -30.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 3 | 9 | -66.67% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 20 | 14 | 42.86% |
| Arson In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 6 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Property damage. | 50 | 41 | 21.95% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 33 | 33 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 217 reported cases of Theft. | 217 | 153 | 41.83% |
| Deception In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Deception. | 45 | 29 | 55.17% |
| Bribery In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 6 | 1 | 500.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 31 | 13 | 138.46% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 16 | 22 | -27.27% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 4 | 50.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 8 | 6 | 33.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 142 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 142 | 76 | 86.84% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Leopold, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
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.
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FAQ About Crime in Leopold, VIC
How common is car theft in the Leopold, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 22 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 Leopold, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Leopold, VIC are Cash/Document (517), Personal Property (498), Power Tools (478), Electrical Appliances (396) and Tools (366).
What is the crime rate in Leopold, VIC?
Leopold, VIC has a crime rate of 653 reported criminal offences.
Is Leopold, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Leopold, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,920 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Leopold, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Leopold, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 348 reported offences.
Has crime in the Leopold, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Leopold, VIC have increased by 51% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Leopold, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 94 offenses against persons in Leopold, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Leopold, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 303 property crime offenses in Leopold, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Leopold, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Leopold, VIC recorded 37 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Leopold (2021)
Leopold is a vibrant suburb with 13272 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 41.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.5 people. The median household weekly income is $1589, though the unemployment rate stands at 4%. A majority of people (83.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Leopold, VIC
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences fluctuated but showed a general upward trend, peaking notably in 2026 with 54 incidents.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently the highest reported offence, although it declined from 188 cases in 2017 to 217 in 2026, with some variability in intervening years.
- Assault represents the principal violent crime, far surpassing robbery and other violent offences in volume throughout the years.
- There was a major spike in breaches of orders, rising sharply from 27 cases in 2016 to 142 in 2026, indicating increased enforcement or non-compliance.
- Overall safety concerns are highlighted by persistent high levels of both theft and assault, alongside rising breaches of orders, suggesting ongoing challenges in crime control.
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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