Crime Rates for Maribyrnong, VIC
⇌ Compare Maribyrnong with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Maribyrnong (3032) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 2397 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 19,065 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Maribyrnong, VIC in 2021 was 12,573. In the last 10 years, Maribyrnong, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 86.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 7.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 546.7 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 Maribyrnong for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1851), A Crimes against the person (257), D Public order and security offences (98).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1796 | 1562 | 1362 | 1553 | 1881 | 1384 | 1316 | 1467 | 1794 | 1924 | 2397 |
| A Crimes against the person | 123 | 143 | 117 | 177 | 153 | 116 | 140 | 190 | 188 | 164 | 257 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1509 | 1243 | 1040 | 1164 | 1334 | 963 | 990 | 1044 | 1401 | 1488 | 1851 |
| C Drug offences | 60 | 34 | 60 | 71 | 100 | 79 | 61 | 82 | 52 | 70 | 93 |
| D Public order and security offences | 59 | 67 | 62 | 63 | 133 | 69 | 57 | 63 | 72 | 64 | 98 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 44 | 75 | 83 | 76 | 161 | 79 | 42 | 87 | 80 | 137 | 97 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 78 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 2397 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 14027 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 124 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 124 | 99 | 25.25% |
| Robbery In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Robbery. | 22 | 21 | 4.76% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 23 | 18 | 27.78% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 12 | 3 | 300.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 76 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 76 | 23 | 230.43% |
| Arson In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Arson. | 9 | 8 | 12.50% |
| Property damage In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 102 reported cases of Property damage. | 102 | 136 | -25.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 164 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 164 | 201 | -18.41% |
| Theft In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 1440 reported cases of Theft. | 1440 | 1029 | 39.94% |
| Deception In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 136 reported cases of Deception. | 136 | 114 | 19.30% |
| Bribery In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 4 | 5 | -20.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 85 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 85 | 61 | 39.34% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 55 | 39 | 41.03% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 28 | 15 | 86.67% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 14 | 10 | 40.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 21 | 11 | 90.91% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 76 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 76 | 126 | -39.68% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Maribyrnong, 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.
How safe do you feel in Maribyrnong, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very unsafe living in Maribyrnong, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Maribyrnong, VIC
How common is car theft in the Maribyrnong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 175 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 Maribyrnong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Maribyrnong, VIC are Personal Property (4127), Cash/Document (3707), Clothing (2304), Car Accessories (2248) and Electrical Appliances (1744).
What is the crime rate in Maribyrnong, VIC?
Maribyrnong, VIC has a crime rate of 2397 reported criminal offences.
Is Maribyrnong, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Maribyrnong, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 19,065 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Maribyrnong, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Maribyrnong, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1851 reported offences.
Has crime in the Maribyrnong, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Maribyrnong, VIC have increased by 73% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Maribyrnong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 257 offenses against persons in Maribyrnong, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Maribyrnong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1715 property crime offenses in Maribyrnong, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Maribyrnong, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Maribyrnong, VIC recorded 93 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Maribyrnong (2021)
Maribyrnong is a vibrant suburb with 12573 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 43% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $2020, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.2%. While 52.9% 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 Maribyrnong, VIC
If you’re considering living near Maribyrnong , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Avondale Heights - 514 offences (0.04149 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon West - 65 offences (0.04169 per 100,000 people)
- Niddrie - 247 offences (0.04186 per 100,000 people)
- Aberfeldie - 192 offences (0.04892 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon - 1423 offences (0.06700 per 100,000 people)
- West Footscray - 866 offences (0.07383 per 100,000 people)
- Maidstone - 1029 offences (0.10960 per 100,000 people)
- Ascot Vale - 2021 offences (0.13299 per 100,000 people)
- Footscray - 4408 offences (0.25731 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, property crimes show fluctuating but generally high volumes, with theft consistently dominating, peaking at 1440 incidents in 2026.
- Assault and related offenses represent the primary violent crime category, rising notably in recent years from around 70 incidents in 2016 to 124 in 2026.
- Burglary peaked around 2025 at 201 incidents before dropping to 164 in 2026, marking a significant fluctuation within property crimes.
- A major spike in "Other crimes against the person" occurred in 2026, jumping sharply from 23 incidents in 2025 to 76.
- The data suggest overall safety concerns remain focused on high theft rates and increasing assault incidents, indicating persistent challenges in both property and violent crime domains.
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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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