Crime Rates for Parkville, VIC

As of Year 2025 Jun The Parkville (3052) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 1233 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 17,430 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Parkville, VIC in 2021 was 7,074. In the last 10 years, Parkville, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 81.3 residents. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 9 residents. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 307.6 residents. 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 Parkville for 2025: B Property and deception offences (911), A Crimes against the person (144), E Justice procedures offences (89).

Crime offences in Parkville, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total6409178807187357727697106588371233
A Crimes against the person538311787110154116837894144
B Property and deception offences485725623541519490417488476616911
C Drug offences392538622215417363646
D Public order and security offences4440424446433245243143
E Justice procedures offences1642504037498543445789
F Other offences321001156534030

In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 1233 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 6291 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 83 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
836136.07%
Robbery
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Robbery.
42100.00%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
231464.29%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
9728.57%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of crimes against the person.
2510150.00%
Arson
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson.
50500.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 97 reported cases of Property damage.
976353.97%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 100 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
1006944.93%
Theft
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 685 reported cases of Theft.
68546048.91%
Deception
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Deception.
24240.00%
Bribery
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
7540.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
3250.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 36 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
362924.14%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
1416-12.50%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
8633.33%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
219133.33%
Public security offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences.
000.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Justice procedures.
2410140.00%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 65 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
654738.30%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
01-100.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
000.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Parkville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
02-100.00%

AI Analysis

1. Overall Crime Trends:

  • Total crime shows fluctuations with some categories increasing in recent years, notably crimes against the person and property theft.
  • Property and deception offences consistently dominate total crime numbers over the decade.
  • Drug offences and public order offences remain relatively low but show minor increases in recent years.

2. Most Common and Serious Crime Types (2025 data):

  • Theft: 685 incidents (highest overall)
  • Burglary/Break and enter: 100 incidents
  • Property damage: 97 incidents
  • Assault and related offences: 83 incidents
  • Breaches of orders (justice procedures): 65 incidents

3. Significant Year-to-Year Spikes or Drops:

  • Assault rose sharply from 37 (2023) to 61 (2024), then to 83 (2025).
  • Theft increased markedly from 460 (2024) to 685 (2025).
  • Burglary peaked at 105 in 2016, dropped to 39 in 2023, then rose again to 100 in 2025.
  • Other crimes against the person dropped steeply from 62 (2020) to 10 (2024), then rose to 25 (2025).
  • Disorderly conduct dropped significantly from 33 (2020) to 6 (2024), then slightly rose to 8 (2025).

4. Safety-Relevant Observations:

  • Violent crimes (assault, stalking, robbery) show an upward trend recently, indicating growing personal safety concerns.
  • Property-related crimes, especially theft and burglary, remain consistently high, highlighting ongoing risks to property security.
  • Drug use and possession have fluctuated but increased notably from 16 (2022) to 36 (2025).
  • Public order offences have generally declined since 2020, suggesting improved community order.
  • Breaches of orders remain persistently high, peaking at 70 (2021) and still elevated at 65 (2025), signaling enforcement challenges.

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  • Carlton - 3396 offences (0.21152 per 100,000 people)
  • Fitzroy - 3188 offences (0.30563 per 100,000 people)

Common FAQ about Parkville, VIC Criminal

  • How common is car theft in the Parkville, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 82 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 Parkville, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Parkville, VIC are Cash/Document (2249), Personal Property (2085), Electrical Appliances (1149), Car Accessories (841) and Sporting Goods (696).

  • What is the crime rate in Parkville, VIC?

    Parkville, VIC has a crime rate of 1233 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Parkville, VIC a safe suburb?

    No, Parkville, VIC is not considered safe, as its crime rate of 17,430 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Parkville, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Parkville, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 911 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Parkville, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Parkville, VIC have increased by 60% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Parkville, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 144 offenses against persons in Parkville, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Parkville, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 887 property crime offenses in Parkville, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Parkville, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, Parkville, VIC recorded 46 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

*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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