11,800
Annual thefts
222 per 100k
Per capita rate
68%
Recovery rate
Toyota HiLux
Most stolen model
Overview
Queensland has the third highest volume but a notably high per capita rate at 222 per 100k. Townsville and Cairns have some of the highest youth offending rates in the country. Juvenile joyriding is a significant issue, particularly in regional centres. The Toyota HiLux dominates as the most stolen vehicle, reflecting its popularity in regional and trade use across the state.
Theft Hotspots
Areas with the highest vehicle theft rates in Queensland
Townsville
Cairns
Logan
Ipswich
Gold Coast
Brisbane South
Recent Reports in QLD
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stolenReport a Stolen Vehicle
If your vehicle has been stolen in Queensland, take these steps:
1
Call 131 444 (Policelink)
Contact Queensland Police Service to file an official report.
2
Report online
File a report on our platform for community tracking.
3
Notify your insurer
Contact your insurance company with the police report number.
Queensland Police
- Queensland Police Service
- Non emergency: 131 444 (Policelink)
- Emergency: 000
- www.police.qld.gov.au
- Online crime reporting