Crime Rates for Whittlesea, VIC
⇌ Compare Whittlesea with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Whittlesea (3757) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 335 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,477 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Whittlesea, VIC in 2021 was 6,117. In the last 10 years, Whittlesea, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 165.3 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 52.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 321.9 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 Whittlesea for 2026: B Property and deception offences (162), A Crimes against the person (75), E Justice procedures offences (70).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 473 | 392 | 441 | 437 | 477 | 388 | 215 | 279 | 338 | 353 | 335 |
| A Crimes against the person | 91 | 81 | 90 | 100 | 99 | 74 | 51 | 61 | 75 | 94 | 75 |
| B Property and deception offences | 282 | 252 | 264 | 231 | 264 | 144 | 76 | 121 | 131 | 131 | 162 |
| C Drug offences | 15 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 3 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 11 |
| D Public order and security offences | 36 | 13 | 16 | 38 | 27 | 41 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 17 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 47 | 43 | 66 | 51 | 65 | 94 | 48 | 44 | 87 | 94 | 70 |
| F Other offences | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 335 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 2058 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 37 | 45 | -17.78% |
| Robbery In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 19 | 10 | 90.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 17 | 39 | -56.41% |
| Arson In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Property damage. | 21 | 38 | -44.74% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 19 | 9 | 111.11% |
| Theft In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 97 reported cases of Theft. | 97 | 76 | 27.63% |
| Deception In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Deception. | 22 | 4 | 450.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 9 | 12 | -25.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 9 | 18 | -50.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 3 | 8 | -62.50% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 67 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 67 | 86 | -22.09% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Whittlesea, 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Whittlesea, VIC
How common is car theft in the Whittlesea, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 26 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 Whittlesea, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Whittlesea, VIC are Power Tools (450), Cash/Document (413), Tools (356), Personal Property (320) and Car Accessories (299).
What is the crime rate in Whittlesea, VIC?
Whittlesea, VIC has a crime rate of 335 reported criminal offences.
Is Whittlesea, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Whittlesea, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,477 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Whittlesea, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Whittlesea, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 162 reported offences.
Has crime in the Whittlesea, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 14% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Whittlesea, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 75 offenses against persons in Whittlesea, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Whittlesea, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 140 property crime offenses in Whittlesea, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Whittlesea, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Whittlesea, VIC recorded 11 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Whittlesea (2021)
Whittlesea is a quiet suburb with around 6117 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 45.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1628, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.6%. A majority of people (84%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Whittlesea, VIC
If you’re considering living near Whittlesea , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Kinglake West - 15 offences (0.01149 per 100,000 people)
- Arthurs Creek - 10 offences (0.02092 per 100,000 people)
- Eden Park - 25 offences (0.02094 per 100,000 people)
- Humevale - 10 offences (0.02841 per 100,000 people)
- Heathcote Junction - 33 offences (0.04069 per 100,000 people)
- Upper Plenty - 26 offences (0.06265 per 100,000 people)
- Yan Yean - 16 offences (0.06504 per 100,000 people)
- Clonbinane - 32 offences (0.09222 per 100,000 people)
- Woodstock - 19 offences (0.12667 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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