Crime Rates for Warrnambool City Council, VIC
As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Warrnambool City Council crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 3538 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 9,993 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Warrnambool City Council, VIC in 2021 was 35,406. In the last 10 years, Warrnambool City Council, VIC's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery cannot be calculated due to no residential population. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate also cannot be calculated. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety offences (Stalking and Harassment) cannot be determined because there are no 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 Warrnambool City Council for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1332), E Justice procedures offences (1133), A Crimes against the person (728).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2953 | 3322 | 3550 | 4038 | 3292 | 3232 | 3118 | 3013 | 3180 | 3693 | 3538 |
| A Crimes against the person | 549 | 635 | 649 | 765 | 649 | 603 | 675 | 623 | 600 | 687 | 728 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1228 | 1503 | 1581 | 1819 | 1423 | 1287 | 1136 | 1049 | 1197 | 1666 | 1332 |
| C Drug offences | 289 | 297 | 365 | 326 | 282 | 279 | 180 | 228 | 223 | 210 | 181 |
| D Public order and security offences | 271 | 274 | 341 | 310 | 305 | 238 | 217 | 230 | 271 | 199 | 158 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 607 | 609 | 605 | 807 | 631 | 679 | 792 | 880 | 887 | 916 | 1133 |
| F Other offences | 9 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 2 | 146 | 118 | 3 | 2 | 15 | 6 |
In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 3538 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 15221 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 348 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 348 | 365 | -4.66% (365) |
| Sexual offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 194 reported cases of Sexual offences. | 194 | 118 | 64.41% (118) |
| Abduction and related offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Abduction and related offences. | 5 | 6 | -16.67% (6) |
| Robbery In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Robbery. | 6 | 4 | 50.00% (4) |
| Blackmail and extortion In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 138 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 138 | 128 | 7.81% (128) |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 33 | 63 | -47.62% (63) |
| Arson In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Arson. | 15 | 29 | -48.28% (29) |
| Property damage In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 251 reported cases of Property damage. | 251 | 307 | -18.24% (307) |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 153 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 153 | 152 | 0.66% (152) |
| Theft In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 759 reported cases of Theft. | 759 | 1003 | -24.33% (1003) |
| Deception In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 154 reported cases of Deception. | 154 | 175 | -12.00% (175) |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 10 | 19 | -47.37% (19) |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 10 | 5 | 100.00% (5) |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 161 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 161 | 186 | -13.44% (186) |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 93 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 93 | 98 | -5.10% (98) |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 34 | 61 | -44.26% (61) |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 30 | 40 | -25.00% (40) |
| Public security offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 157 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 157 | 145 | 8.28% (145) |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 976 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 976 | 771 | 26.59% (771) |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% (2) |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 9 | -88.89% (9) |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% (4) |
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.
FAQ About Crime in Warrnambool City Council, VIC
How common is car theft in the Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 40 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 Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Warrnambool City Council, VIC are Cash/Document (2587), Personal Property (2359), Electrical Appliances (1475), Power Tools (1259) and Tools (1179).
What is the crime rate in Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
Warrnambool City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 3538 reported criminal offences.
Is Warrnambool City Council, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Warrnambool City Council, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 9,993 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Warrnambool City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1332 reported offences.
Has crime in the Warrnambool City Council, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Warrnambool City Council, VIC have increased by 9% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 728 offenses against persons in Warrnambool City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1178 property crime offenses in Warrnambool City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Warrnambool City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Warrnambool City Council, VIC recorded 181 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Warrnambool City Council (2021)
Warrnambool City Council is a vibrant suburb with 35406 people. While families are part of the community, only about 38.8% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1420, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.1%. 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 in Warrnambool City Council, VIC
If you’re considering living near Warrnambool City Council , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Winnambool - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Yangery - 4 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Illowa - 4 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Woodford - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Allansford - 38 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Dennington - 46 offences ( 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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