| State Name | Crime Rank | Population |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 3 | 8,060,747 |
| Victoria | 2 | 6,494,373 |
| Queensland | 5 | 5,141,386 |
| South Australia | 1 | 1,778,260 |
| Western Australia | 6 | 2,651,542 |
| Australian Capital Territory | 4 | 453,859 |
The data is based on annual 2025 data from state police departments and population data from the 2021 ABS Census. Rank is calculated for crimes weighted by severity and proportionate to population.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research; Crime Statistics Agency Victoria; Queensland Police Service; South Australia Police; Western Australia Police Force; ACT Policing; Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021 Census.
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