Is The University of Queensland safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
The University of Queensland: safety score 25/100 (grade D), ranked #7 of 9 in Australia — data through 2026-08.
25/100
Grade: D · #7 of 9 in Australia
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of The University of Queensland, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 93 | 604 | 233 | 930 |
| 2025-10 | 107 | 644 | 222 | 973 |
| 2025-11 | 87 | 628 | 232 | 947 |
| 2025-12 | 101 | 596 | 260 | 957 |
| 2026-01 | 83 | 615 | 273 | 971 |
| 2026-02 | 96 | 579 | 203 | 878 |
| 2026-03 | 84 | 680 | 222 | 986 |
| 2026-04 | 91 | 686 | 188 | 965 |
| 2026-05 | 95 | 655 | 230 | 980 |
| 2026-06 | 80 | 610 | 218 | 908 |
| 2026-07 | 87 | 564 | 280 | 931 |
| 2026-08 | 90 | 495 | 233 | 818 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 818 records in total — violent 90, property 495, minor 233 (-113 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Other theft (294) · Drug offences (116) · Burglary (80) · Public order offences (60) · Assault (52)
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Other universities in Brisbane
- Griffith University 38 /100
- TAFE Queensland 12 /100
- Queensland University of Technology 0 /100
FAQs about safety at The University of Queensland
What is The University of Queensland's safety score?
The University of Queensland: 25/100 (grade D), #7 of 9 in Australia, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near The University of Queensland?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 11244 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of The University of Queensland; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 818 records (90 violent, 495 property, 233 minor).
Is it safe to walk around The University of Queensland at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: QPS (Brisbane). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 000 (emergency) or 131 444 (police assistance, non-emergency) in Australia.