Crime Rates for Tarneit, VIC
⇌ Compare Tarneit with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Tarneit (3029) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 4621 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,198 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Tarneit, VIC in 2021 was 56,370. In the last 10 years, Tarneit, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 125.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 21 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 612.7 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 Tarneit for 2026: B Property and deception offences (3226), A Crimes against the person (719), E Justice procedures offences (360).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1627 | 1717 | 1617 | 1683 | 2125 | 2311 | 2366 | 2408 | 2996 | 4067 | 4621 |
| A Crimes against the person | 212 | 275 | 311 | 344 | 382 | 434 | 497 | 528 | 575 | 663 | 719 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1141 | 1096 | 954 | 937 | 1352 | 1292 | 1366 | 1425 | 1875 | 2727 | 3226 |
| C Drug offences | 68 | 87 | 102 | 74 | 98 | 91 | 104 | 98 | 103 | 111 | 125 |
| D Public order and security offences | 69 | 102 | 103 | 108 | 109 | 85 | 124 | 119 | 137 | 186 | 167 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 136 | 155 | 144 | 213 | 183 | 224 | 221 | 233 | 296 | 376 | 360 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 185 | 54 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 24 |
In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 4621 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 17391 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 401 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 401 | 382 | 4.97% |
| Robbery In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 48 reported cases of Robbery. | 48 | 32 | 50.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 92 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 92 | 116 | -20.69% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 42 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 42 | 34 | 23.53% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 136 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 136 | 99 | 37.37% |
| Arson In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Arson. | 11 | 16 | -31.25% |
| Property damage In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 309 reported cases of Property damage. | 309 | 300 | 3.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 373 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 373 | 322 | 15.84% |
| Theft In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 2305 reported cases of Theft. | 2305 | 1933 | 19.24% |
| Deception In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 228 reported cases of Deception. | 228 | 156 | 46.15% |
| Bribery In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 18 | 10 | 80.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 103 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 103 | 98 | 5.10% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 107 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 107 | 117 | -8.55% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 35 | 37 | -5.41% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 24 | 32 | -25.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 40 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 40 | 47 | -14.89% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 320 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 320 | 329 | -2.74% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Tarneit, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 23 | 2 | 1050.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Tarneit, 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 Tarneit, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel mostly safe living in Tarneit, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Tarneit, VIC
How common is car theft in the Tarneit, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 372 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 Tarneit, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Tarneit, VIC are Cash/Document (4868), Personal Property (3611), Car Accessories (3300), Electrical Appliances (3112) and Jewellery (2717).
What is the crime rate in Tarneit, VIC?
Tarneit, VIC has a crime rate of 4621 reported criminal offences.
Is Tarneit, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Tarneit, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,198 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Tarneit, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Tarneit, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 3226 reported offences.
Has crime in the Tarneit, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Tarneit, VIC have increased by 100% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Tarneit, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 719 offenses against persons in Tarneit, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Tarneit, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2998 property crime offenses in Tarneit, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Tarneit, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Tarneit, VIC recorded 125 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Tarneit (2021)
Tarneit is a busy suburb with 56370 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 66% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.4 people. The median household weekly income is $2103, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.3%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 37.5% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Tarneit, VIC
If you’re considering living near Tarneit , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Wyndham Vale - 1807 offences (0.08807 per 100,000 people)
- Hoppers Crossing - 3971 offences (0.10670 per 100,000 people)
- Werribee - 5349 offences (0.10692 per 100,000 people)
- Rockbank - 718 offences (0.27797 per 100,000 people)
- Ravenhall - 831 offences (0.36209 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Cottrell - 222 offences (0.44758 per 100,000 people)
*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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