Crime is down in Benalla, but family violence rates continue to rise

The number of total offences recorded saw a 16.5 per cent drop in the same time.

Sadly, while overall crime was down, Benalla continues to see an increase in family violence incidents, which are up 8 per cent on the previous year.

On a per capita basis, Benalla Rural City has the sixth-highest rate of family incidents of all LGAs in Victoria.

The five most reported offences in Benalla Rural City were:

When it comes to overall crime, on a per capita basis, Benalla fares well against other LGAs.

Out of 79 LGAs across Victoria, only 23 have a lower rate of criminal incidents than Benalla Rural City.

To find out more, visit www.crimestatistics.vic.gov.au/crime-statistics/latest-crime-data-by-area/