Crime Rates for Newington, VIC
⇌ Compare Newington with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Newington (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 91 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,935 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Newington, VIC in 2021 was 1,844. In the last 10 years, Newington, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 614.7 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 28.8 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 Newington for 2026: B Property and deception offences (76), E Justice procedures offences (8), A Crimes against the person (6).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 126 | 114 | 79 | 79 | 89 | 108 | 97 | 93 | 99 | 94 | 91 |
| A Crimes against the person | 21 | 23 | 12 | 17 | 7 | 23 | 11 | 10 | 22 | 15 | 6 |
| B Property and deception offences | 78 | 72 | 60 | 54 | 63 | 51 | 66 | 67 | 56 | 70 | 76 |
| C Drug offences | 5 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| D Public order and security offences | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 18 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 8 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 91 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 713 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 7 | -57.14% |
| Arson In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Property damage. | 9 | 3 | 200.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 10 | 12 | -16.67% |
| Theft In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of Theft. | 54 | 52 | 3.85% |
| Deception In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Deception. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Bribery In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 5 | 6 | -16.67% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Newington, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Newington, 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). 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 Newington, VIC
How common is car theft in the Newington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 10 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 Newington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Newington, VIC are Cash/Document (226), Personal Property (200), Car Accessories (163), Tools (162) and Power Tools (154).
What is the crime rate in Newington, VIC?
Newington, VIC has a crime rate of 91 reported criminal offences.
Is Newington, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Newington, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,935 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Newington, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Newington, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 76 reported offences.
Has crime in the Newington, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 16% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Newington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 6 offenses against persons in Newington, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Newington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 74 property crime offenses in Newington, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Newington, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Newington, VIC recorded 1 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Newington (2021)
Newington is a quiet suburb with around 1844 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 41.2% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $1695, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.3%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 86.8% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Newington, VIC
If you’re considering living near Newington , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Alfredton - 805 offences (0.06809 per 100,000 people)
- Lake Wendouree - 219 offences (0.07609 per 100,000 people)
- Delacombe - 617 offences (0.11409 per 100,000 people)
- Lake Gardens - 209 offences (0.11605 per 100,000 people)
- Redan - 456 offences (0.15200 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Pleasant - 355 offences (0.15955 per 100,000 people)
- Soldiers Hill - 509 offences (0.18095 per 100,000 people)
- Wendouree - 2221 offences (0.21405 per 100,000 people)
- Ballarat Central - 2952 offences (0.54890 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, total crime levels have fluctuated without a clear sustained increase or decrease, with some years showing spikes in specific categories.
- Theft is the most prevalent property crime, consistently ranging from about 29 to 56 incidents annually, dominating over burglary and property damage.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crimes, generally varying between 2 and 9 cases per year, with occasional dips and rises.
- A notable spike occurred in "Other crimes against the person" around 2017 and 2024, reaching up to 18 incidents, indicating intermittent surges in less common violent offences.
- The overall data suggests moderate safety concerns primarily driven by theft and assault, with no dramatic long-term escalation in violent or property crime rates.
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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