Crime falls in Victoria but still 'unacceptably high' say police
Home invasions, carjackings and robberies all fell in the 12 months to the end of June, but police say their work is "far from over".
Victoria's overall crime rate dropped by 3.8% in the 12 months ending June 2026, according to the latest figures from the Crime Statistics Agency. Notable declines were seen in youth crime, with an 8.1% decrease over the same period. Organized crime, repeat offenders, mental health issues, and drug trafficking were identified as key factors contributing to the crime rate.
Major crimes like home invasions and carjackings experienced significant reductions, with home invasions dropping by 27% and carjackings falling by 25%. While police acknowledged the promising trend, they emphasized that crime remains "unacceptably high" in Victoria, still more than 13% higher than three years ago.
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