Crime Rates for Niddrie, VIC
⇌ Compare Niddrie with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Niddrie (3042) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 247 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,186 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Niddrie, VIC in 2021 was 5,901. In the last 10 years, Niddrie, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 347.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 45.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 453.9 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 Niddrie for 2026: B Property and deception offences (162), A Crimes against the person (41), D Public order and security offences (18).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 278 | 322 | 258 | 216 | 366 | 225 | 299 | 227 | 224 | 281 | 247 |
| A Crimes against the person | 46 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 55 | 32 | 42 | 34 | 31 | 25 | 41 |
| B Property and deception offences | 200 | 232 | 168 | 163 | 182 | 122 | 200 | 155 | 156 | 194 | 162 |
| C Drug offences | 8 | 12 | 21 | 7 | 34 | 8 | 25 | 13 | 10 | 22 | 16 |
| D Public order and security offences | 11 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 19 | 18 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 12 | 34 | 20 | 11 | 83 | 37 | 22 | 21 | 18 | 21 | 9 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 247 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 1934 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 15 | 13 | 15.38% |
| Robbery In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 13 | 4 | 225.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 4 | 1 | 300.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 7 | 6 | 16.67% |
| Arson In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Property damage. | 22 | 19 | 15.79% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 19 | 21 | -9.52% |
| Theft In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 110 reported cases of Theft. | 110 | 132 | -16.67% |
| Deception In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Deception. | 11 | 22 | -50.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 12 | 17 | -29.41% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 11 | 16 | -31.25% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 13 | -84.62% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 7 | 8 | -12.50% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Niddrie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Niddrie, 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 Niddrie, VIC
How common is car theft in the Niddrie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 18 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 Niddrie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Niddrie, VIC are Personal Property (730), Tools (584), Cash/Document (455), Power Tools (416) and Jewellery (408).
What is the crime rate in Niddrie, VIC?
Niddrie, VIC has a crime rate of 247 reported criminal offences.
Is Niddrie, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Niddrie, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,186 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Niddrie, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Niddrie, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 162 reported offences.
Has crime in the Niddrie, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Niddrie, VIC have increased by 10% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Niddrie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 41 offenses against persons in Niddrie, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Niddrie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 151 property crime offenses in Niddrie, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Niddrie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Niddrie, VIC recorded 16 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Niddrie (2021)
Niddrie is a quiet suburb with around 5901 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 50.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $2213, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.4%. A majority of people (76%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Niddrie, VIC
If you’re considering living near Niddrie , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Strathmore Heights - 34 offences (0.03247 per 100,000 people)
- Avondale Heights - 514 offences (0.04149 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon West - 65 offences (0.04169 per 100,000 people)
- Keilor East - 691 offences (0.04583 per 100,000 people)
- Aberfeldie - 192 offences (0.04892 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon - 1423 offences (0.06700 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon North - 331 offences (0.10778 per 100,000 people)
- Airport West - 1100 offences (0.13459 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon Fields - 307 offences (23.61538 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime levels show fluctuations with some increases in violent offences after a low period around 2023, particularly assaults rising from single digits to about 20 incidents.
- Theft dominates property crimes consistently, with counts ranging roughly between 70 and 140 cases annually, significantly outnumbering burglary and property damage.
- Assault and related offences are the primary violent crime, maintaining a higher volume compared to robbery and stalking, with a peak around 2020-2024.
- A major spike is observed in breaches of orders peaking near 75 cases in 2020 before dropping sharply in subsequent years.
- The data suggests ongoing safety challenges mainly driven by theft and assault, with periodic spikes in specific offences impacting overall community security.
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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