Crime Rates for Melbourne Airport, VIC
⇌ Compare Melbourne Airport with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Melbourne Airport (3045) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1178 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 1,840,625 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Melbourne Airport, VIC in 2021 was 64. In the last 10 years, Melbourne Airport, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 1.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 0.1 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 8 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 Melbourne Airport for 2026: B Property and deception offences (932), A Crimes against the person (92), D Public order and security offences (87).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 620 | 636 | 860 | 915 | 577 | 325 | 316 | 590 | 790 | 1132 | 1178 |
| A Crimes against the person | 38 | 28 | 24 | 34 | 24 | 14 | 11 | 43 | 48 | 91 | 92 |
| B Property and deception offences | 435 | 526 | 726 | 645 | 424 | 170 | 170 | 358 | 560 | 851 | 932 |
| C Drug offences | 56 | 15 | 31 | 169 | 74 | 66 | 54 | 41 | 96 | 86 | 38 |
| D Public order and security offences | 79 | 61 | 66 | 50 | 36 | 39 | 65 | 126 | 67 | 79 | 87 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 9 | 6 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 12 | 15 | 22 | 18 | 23 | 28 |
| F Other offences | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 1178 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 5797 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 56 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 56 | 65 | -13.85% |
| Robbery In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 8 | 9 | -11.11% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 14 | 3 | 366.67% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 13 | 11 | 18.18% |
| Arson In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 7 | -71.43% |
| Property damage In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Property damage. | 45 | 50 | -10.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 18 | 5 | 260.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 826 reported cases of Theft. | 826 | 751 | 9.99% |
| Deception In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Deception. | 41 | 38 | 7.89% |
| Bribery In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 6 | 16 | -62.50% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 30 | 68 | -55.88% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 66 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 66 | 60 | 10.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 16 | 13 | 23.08% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 11 | 8 | 37.50% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 17 | 15 | 13.33% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Melbourne Airport, 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 Melbourne Airport, VIC
How common is car theft in the Melbourne Airport, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 261 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Melbourne Airport, VIC are Personal Property (2078), Tools (1506), Cash/Document (1439), Car Accessories (1017) and Electrical Appliances (914).
What is the crime rate in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
Melbourne Airport, VIC has a crime rate of 1178 reported criminal offences.
Is Melbourne Airport, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Melbourne Airport, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 1,840,625 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Melbourne Airport, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 932 reported offences.
Has crime in the Melbourne Airport, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Melbourne Airport, VIC have increased by 262% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 92 offenses against persons in Melbourne Airport, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 891 property crime offenses in Melbourne Airport, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Melbourne Airport, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Melbourne Airport, VIC recorded 38 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Melbourne Airport (2021)
Melbourne Airport is a quiet suburb with around 64 people. This suburb has a small number of families with children, only 0% of households with an average household size of 2 people. The median household weekly income is $0, though the unemployment rate stands at 16.7%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 0% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Melbourne Airport, VIC
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- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
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- Tullamarine - 1139 offences (0.16917 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor North - 39 offences (0.58209 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, assaults showed a fluctuating but generally increasing trend, peaking significantly in recent years with a sharp rise from 6 incidents in 2022 to 56 in 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, rising steadily from 379 in 2016 to a high of 826 cases in 2026, surpassing other property offences by a wide margin.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime category, with numbers dramatically increasing especially post-2021.
- A major spike occurred in assault cases between 2021 and 2026, while property damage also increased notably from 15 in 2022 to 45 in 2026.
- The data indicate an overall rise in crime rates, particularly violent assaults and theft, which may suggest deteriorating public safety conditions in recent years.
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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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