According to the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Epping crime rate for the year ending June 2022 was 7721 incidents per 100,000 population. This represents a 28% decrease from the previous year.

Epping Crime Index

20

(100 is safest)

Safer than 20% of most Australia suburbs

Epping Crime Map

Epping crime map

Is Epping Safe?

Epping has low safety metrics. Crime rates in Epping are considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia. Epping is safer than 20% of all Australian suburbs and than 22% of Victoria suburbs. However, steal from a motor vehicle is a common offence in Epping.

Epping Crime Statistics at a Glance

Has Crime in Epping increased or decreased in the past 5 years? The chart below shows the 60-month historical trend of the number of offences that occurred in Epping.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Epping
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by Victoria Police in the year 2022 was 2588, down 28% from 3574 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Epping is in the 22nd percentile for safety, meaning 78% of Victoria suburbs are safer than Epping and 22% of suburbs are more dangerous than Epping.
  • Common crime: steal from a motor vehicle.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 6% (19 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of deception offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 45% (107 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of burglary offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 7% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 16% (171 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 53% (10 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2022 increased by 7% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2022 decreased by 10% (21 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Epping: An In-Depth Analysis

Based on the latest crime statistics from the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, AU Crime Rate’s analysis indicates that Epping (Vic.) is safer than only 20% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Epping’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Epping perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in Victoria? The crime rate in Epping is greater than that of roughly 78% of other suburbs in Victoria, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Epping, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 17 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property. This is in contrast to the Victoria average, where the chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 19.

To get a more comprehensive understanding of Epping’s crime statistics, it is essential to take a closer look at its against the person and property crime data. This examination is particularly critical because it enables us to determine whether violent crime, property crime, or both are the primary contributors to the total crime rate in Epping. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Epping.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Epping is 1554 per one hundred thousand inhabitants. By contrast, the statewide average for such crimes stands at 1247. This suggests that experiencing serious offences like homicide, assault, robbery, dangerous and negligent acts endangering people, stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour is 1 in 63 if you reside in Epping.

Our data reveal that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Epping are 1 in 24, with a rate of 3998 incidents per 100,000 residents. Keep in mind that the Victoria average is 3580 incidents per 100,000 residents. The types of property crimes tracked in this analysis include theft, burglary, arson, deception, bribery and damage to property.

Want to understand criminal offences in Victoria and make sense of crime data? Our easy-to-understand crime glossary provides definitions for Victoria’s common criminal offences. Check it out and get the inside scoop on crime in Victoria!

Epping Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person5211554
Property and deception offences13403998
Drug offences200597
Public order and security offences124370
Justice procedures offences3731113
Other offences3090
Total25887721

Epping Crimes Against the Person

These are violent crimes against people whether these are family violence or non-family violence. Basically, if someone does something to hurt or scare another person, it’s considered a crime against the person. This includes:

  • Assault and related offences: There are different types of assault, like serious assault, which is when someone causes really serious injuries as a result of a physical attack, and assault on police, emergency services or other authorised officers, which is when someone attacks a cop or a paramedic or someone doing their job. There’s also common assault, which is like when someone threatens to punch you or makes you feel scared for your safety.
  • Robbery: There are two types of robbery or mugging: aggravated and non-aggravated. Aggravated robbery is when someone uses a weapon like a knife or a firearm (armed robbery) or causes serious harm to the victim during the robbery, like hitting them with a bat or a gun. Non-aggravated robbery is when someone doesn’t use a weapon or cause serious harm during the robbery but still uses force or the threat of force to take something from the victim.
  • Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people: These refer to behaviours or actions that put others at risk of harm or injury due to carelessness or recklessness. Examples of dangerous and negligent acts include driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, not properly securing a load on a vehicle that could fall and cause an accident, leaving hazardous materials unattended, and failing to maintain a property in a safe condition.
  • Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour: This represents harassing or threatening someone based on their race, skin colour, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability, in what’s known as hate crimes. It also includes insulting someone, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person

1 in 63

In Epping

1 in 78

In Victoria

Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Violent crimes against the person in Epping vs Victoria in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Epping vs Victoria

Epping population: 33517

Victoria population: 6503491

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsVIC Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (per 100,000 residents)VIC Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Assault and related offences31845391892689
Robbery923502736
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people35629310496
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour12613324376202

It’s important to note that the crime rates for sexual offences and homicide are not included in the previously mentioned data for Epping. Here is Victoria’s total data for these offences can be used as a benchmark for comparison.

CrimesVictoria Total Criminal incidentsVIC Crime Rate (Per 100,000 residents)
Homicide and related offences1983
Sexual offences13576206

Epping Property and Deception Offences

These are crimes related to stealing or damaging property or deceiving someone for personal gain. Property crimes include:

  • Theft: It can be committed in various forms such as shoplifting, stealing from a person’s home, or taking a vehicle without permission. Other examples include stealing a bicycle, snatching a purse, or taking items from an unattended bag.
  • Burglary (unlawful entry): Aggravated and non-aggravated burglaries are examples of burglary. Aggravated burglary involves the use of weapons, threats, or violence during the break-in, while non-aggravated burglary does not involve such factors.
  • Arson: Arson is a criminal act of intentionally setting fire to a property, building, or forest (bushfire)  without lawful or justifiable reason.
  • Property damage: This refers to intentional or accidental harm caused to someone else’s property, such as vandalism, or graffiti.
  • Deception: This is a broad category of offences that includes various examples. These include forgery and counterfeiting, deceptive business practices, professional malpractice and misrepresentation, and other similar offences. Additionally, it includes obtaining benefits by deception, possessing equipment to make a false instrument, and stating false information. All of these crimes involve intentionally deceiving others for personal gain or causing harm to others through fraudulent means.
  • Bribery: Sneaky shortcut to get ahead by taking advantage of someone’s position or power.

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 24

In Epping

1 in 27

In Victoria

Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Property offences in Epping vs Victoria

Property and Deception Offences: Epping vs Victoria, Australia

Epping population: 33517

Victoria population: 6503491

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsVIC Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)VIC Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property damage18738352558582
Burglary/Break and enter10029621298449
Theft90613866827032103
Arson1621244832
Deception13127275391414
Bribery0300.05

Here is a breakdown of Epping crime rate and offences count for the major property and deception offences.

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft97289
Steal from motor vehicle246734
Steal from retail store132394
Aggravated burglary1030
Non-aggravated burglary90269

Drug Offences

Drug offences are illegal activities involving drugs like possession, trafficking, and manufacturing. It can involve both illicit and legal drugs like prescription medicines used improperly.

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Epping vs VIC

Drug Offences: Epping vs Victoria

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsVIC Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)VIC Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug use and possession16524069492365
Drug dealing and trafficking2237346657
Cultivate or manufacture drugs1317163926
Other drug offences049308

Public Order and Security Offences

Public order and security offences refer to crimes that threaten the safety and security of the community, such as disorderly conduct, possession of illegal weapons, public intoxication, and disturbing the peace. These offences can also include crimes that disrupt the functioning of society, like rioting, protesting without a permit, and obstructing traffic.

Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Public order and security offences comparison chart

Public Order and Security Offences: Epping vs Victoria

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsVIC Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)VIC Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public nuisance offences939182759
Disorderly and offensive conduct31917492139
Public security offences037506
Weapons and explosives offences8414941251227

Epping Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Epping vs VIC

What’s the most common crime in Epping?

According to the latest available data from the Crime Statistics Agency of Victoria (CSA), the most common type of crime in Epping is steal from a motor vehicle.

What is the crime rate in Epping?

The overall crime rate in Epping, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 7721 in the year ending June 2022.

However, it’s important to note that this is an aggregate figure that includes all types of crime, and some types of offences are more prevalent than others. Additionally, crime rates can vary by location, with some areas experiencing higher rates of certain types of crime than others.

Is Epping a safe place to live in?

Epping is safer than 20% of suburbs across Australia and the crime rates are considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia. Compared to Victoria suburbs, Epping is safer than 22% of other suburbs in the state which are considered low safety scores in Victoria.

Total Crime Stats of Epping

Offence DivisionOffence SubdivisionOffence GroupYear (2021)Year (2022)
A Crimes against the personA20 Assault and related offencesFamily violence serious assault4734
A Crimes against the personA20 Assault and related offencesNon-Family violence serious assault4563
A Crimes against the personA20 Assault and related offencesFamily violence common assault11195
A Crimes against the personA20 Assault and related offencesNon-family violence common assault8786
A Crimes against the personA20 Assault and related offencesA22 Assault police, emergency services or other authorised officer2821
A Crimes against the personA50 RobberyA51 Aggravated robbery189
A Crimes against the personA50 RobberyA52 Non-aggravated robbery10
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourFamily violence stalking1413
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourNon-Family violence stalking2212
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourFamily violence threatening behaviour4226
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourNon-Family violence threatening behaviour2434
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourFamily violence harassment and private nuisance2217
A Crimes against the personA70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviourNon-Family harassment and private nuisance2724
A Crimes against the personA80 Dangerous and negligent acts endangering peopleA81 Dangerous driving85
A Crimes against the personA80 Dangerous and negligent acts endangering peopleA82 Neglect or ill treatment of people21
A Crimes against the personA80 Dangerous and negligent acts endangering peopleA83 Throw or discharge object endangering people176
A Crimes against the personA80 Dangerous and negligent acts endangering peopleA89 Other dangerous or negligent acts endangering people2723
B Property and deception offencesB10 ArsonB11 Cause damage by fire415
B Property and deception offencesB10 ArsonB12 Cause a bushfire00
B Property and deception offencesB10 ArsonB19 Other fire related offences01
B Property and deception offencesB20 Property damageB21 Criminal damage201177
B Property and deception offencesB20 Property damageB22 Graffiti410
B Property and deception offencesB20 Property damageB29 Other property damage offences30
B Property and deception offencesB30 Burglary/Break and enterB31 Aggravated burglaryn.a.10
B Property and deception offencesB30 Burglary/Break and enterB32 Non-aggravated burglaryn.a.90
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB41 Motor vehicle theft9197
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB42 Steal from a motor vehiclen.a.246
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB43 Steal from a retail store204132
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB44 Theft of a bicycle1312
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB45 Receiving or handling stolen goods191117
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB46 Fare evasion00
B Property and deception offencesB40 TheftB49 Other theft300302
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB51 Forgery and counterfeiting3811
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB52 Possess equipment to make false instrument00
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB53 Obtain benefit by deception187114
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB54 State false information63
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB55 Deceptive business practices00
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB56 Professional malpractice and misrepresentation10
B Property and deception offencesB50 DeceptionB59 Other deception offences63
B Property and deception offencesB60 BriberyB61 Bribery of officials00
C Drug offencesC10 Drug dealing and traffickingC11 Drug dealing00
C Drug offencesC10 Drug dealing and traffickingC12 Drug trafficking3322
C Drug offencesC20 Cultivate or manufacture drugsC21 Cultivate drugs208
C Drug offencesC20 Cultivate or manufacture drugsC22 Manufacture drugs00
C Drug offencesC20 Cultivate or manufacture drugsC23 Possess drug manufacturing equipment or precursor115
C Drug offencesC30 Drug use and possessionC31 Drug use42
C Drug offencesC30 Drug use and possessionC32 Drug possession249163
C Drug offencesC90 Other drug offencesC99 Other drug offences00
D Public order and security offencesD10 Weapons and explosives offencesD11 Firearms offences3634
D Public order and security offencesD10 Weapons and explosives offencesD12 Prohibited and controlled weapons offences7348
D Public order and security offencesD10 Weapons and explosives offencesD13 Explosives offences02
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD21 Riot and affray07
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD22 Drunk and disorderly in public27
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD23 Offensive conduct2110
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD24 Offensive language20
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD25 Criminal intent87
D Public order and security offencesD20 Disorderly and offensive conductD26 Disorderly conduct00
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD31 Privacy offences10
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD32 Hoaxes10
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD33 Begging00
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD34 Defamation and libeln.a.0
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD35 Improper movement on public or private space179
D Public order and security offencesD30 Public nuisance offencesD36 Other public nuisance offences90
D Public order and security offencesD40 Public security offencesD41 Immigration offences00
D Public order and security offencesD40 Public security offencesD43 Hacking00
D Public order and security offencesD40 Public security offencesD44 Terrorism offences20
D Public order and security offencesD40 Public security offencesD49 Other public security offences00
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE11 Escape custodyn.a.0
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE12 Fail to appear00
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE13 Resist or hinder officer6162
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE14 Pervert the course of justice or commit perjury44
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE15 Prison regulation offences00
E Justice procedures offencesE10 Justice proceduresE19 Other justice procedures offences53
E Justice procedures offencesE20 Breaches of ordersE21 Breach family violence order270238
E Justice procedures offencesE20 Breaches of ordersE22 Breach intervention order1729
E Justice procedures offencesE20 Breaches of ordersE23 Breach bail conditions16435
E Justice procedures offencesE20 Breaches of ordersE29 Breach of other orders12
F Other offencesF10 Regulatory driving offencesF11 Drink drivingn.a.0
F Other offencesF10 Regulatory driving offencesF12 Drug driving0n.a.
F Other offencesF10 Regulatory driving offencesF15 Licensing offencesn.a.0
F Other offencesF10 Regulatory driving offencesF19 Other regulatory driving offences00
F Other offencesF20 Transport regulation offencesF21 Public transport00
F Other offencesF20 Transport regulation offencesF22 Aviation regulations offences00
F Other offencesF20 Transport regulation offencesF23 Maritime regulations offences00
F Other offencesF20 Transport regulation offencesF24 Pedestrian offences00
F Other offencesF20 Transport regulation offencesF29 Other transport regulation offences00
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF31 Betting and gaming offences00
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF32 Commercial regulation offences01
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF33 Liquor and tobacco licensing offences00
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF34 Pornography and censorship offences00
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF36 Prostitution offences00
F Other offencesF30 Other government regulatory offencesF39 Other government regulatory offences11
F Other offencesF90 Miscellaneous offencesF91 Environmental offences00
F Other offencesF90 Miscellaneous offencesF92 Public health and safety offences32628
F Other offencesF90 Miscellaneous offencesF93 Cruelty to animals01
F Other offencesF90 Miscellaneous offencesF94 Dangerous substance offences00
F Other offencesF90 Miscellaneous offencesF99 Other miscellaneous offences00

Note: This article doesn’t have detailed data for family violence, victims, female offenders, reoffending, sexual offences, stalking, and youth crime. For more information about these topics, check our resources page.

References

  • Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria
  • Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census QuickStats for all persons
  • Victoria Police

Greater Capital City Statistical Area

Greater Melbourne

State

Victoria