Ebike thefts soar in NSW as Victoria’s crime rate drops for first time in four years (opens original article in a new tab)

Victoria saw a 1.9% drop in crime rate, while NSW experienced a rise in ebike thefts and record-high prison populations.

• Victoria's crime rate decreased by 1.9% in the 12 months to March 2026, marking the first drop since 2022
• Ebike theft in NSW rose by 27% in two years, contributing to higher stealing rates
• Adult crime in Victoria increased by 10%, attributed to bail breaches and retail store thefts
• NSW's prison population reached a record high of over 14,000 people in March 2026