Objectives & Data Source

• Examine victimisation trends by year, sex, and age group.
  
• Identify which demographics have the highest rates.
  
• Provide visual summaries that support public safety decision-making.

Data Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (2024)

Victimisation Rate by Sex Over Time

This line graph tracks the average victimisation rate per 100,000 population by gender over time. The trends show that victimisation rates for both sexes generally increase with peaks around 2020–2021.

Total Reports by Year (People)

Highest Risk Age Groups in 2024

Heatmap of Age Group Rates Over Time

Gender Comparison by Age (2024)

Senior Victim Reports (Age 60+)

Summary of Findings

• Victimisation peaked around 2020–2021.
• Adults aged 20–34 consistently had the highest rates.
• Females aged 25–34 showed especially high rates.
• Seniors reported less often, but trends were steady.