Indicator

Burglary (unlawful entry) rate

Recorded burglary (unlawful entry) per 100,000 residents per year (latest complete year, from the state/territory police service). Offence definitions differ by state, so cross-state comparisons are indicative only.

About this measure

Source: Recorded crime statistics (State & territory police services and crime statistics agencies), 2025, CC BY 4.0 (WA: CC BY-NC 4.0). Explore the map below for local values.

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See how burglary/100k varies across Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How is Burglary (unlawful entry) rate measured?

Recorded burglary (unlawful entry) per 100,000 residents per year (latest complete year, from the state/territory police service). Offence definitions differ by state, so cross-state comparisons are indicative only. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.

Where can I see Burglary (unlawful entry) rate for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Burglary (unlawful entry) rate down to postcode and council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

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State & territory police services and crime statistics agencies. (2025). Burglary (unlawful entry) rate [Recorded crime statistics]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0 (WA: CC BY-NC 4.0). https://censusatlas.au/indicator/crime-burglary-rate