Crime Rates for Alfredton, VIC
⇌ Compare Alfredton with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Alfredton (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 805 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,809 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Alfredton, VIC in 2021 was 11,822. In the last 10 years, Alfredton, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 157.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 32 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 1074.7 people. When considering these numbers, it is also important to consider the trends of these numbers compared to the greater melbourne area.
Most Common Crimes in Alfredton for 2026: B Property and deception offences (483), A Crimes against the person (143), E Justice procedures offences (104).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 486 | 547 | 465 | 564 | 411 | 506 | 635 | 614 | 728 | 671 | 805 |
| A Crimes against the person | 61 | 80 | 65 | 75 | 54 | 68 | 79 | 83 | 116 | 106 | 143 |
| B Property and deception offences | 377 | 383 | 321 | 272 | 270 | 288 | 418 | 340 | 435 | 387 | 483 |
| C Drug offences | 13 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 21 | 19 | 26 | 24 | 30 | 16 | 44 |
| D Public order and security offences | 6 | 24 | 13 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 54 | 48 | 29 | 23 | 30 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 29 | 48 | 56 | 187 | 44 | 94 | 50 | 119 | 118 | 139 | 104 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 805 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 3974 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 72 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 72 | 51 | 41.18% |
| Robbery In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Robbery. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 11 | 25 | -56.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 30 | 13 | 130.77% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 27 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 27 | 16 | 68.75% |
| Arson In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson. | 5 | 6 | -16.67% |
| Property damage In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Property damage. | 50 | 55 | -9.09% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 56 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 56 | 66 | -15.15% |
| Theft In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 314 reported cases of Theft. | 314 | 241 | 30.29% |
| Deception In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 58 reported cases of Deception. | 58 | 19 | 205.26% |
| Bribery In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 8 | 1 | 700.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 5 | 1 | 400.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 31 | 14 | 121.43% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 20 | 14 | 42.86% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 5 | 5 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 17 | 25 | -32.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 87 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 87 | 114 | -23.68% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Alfredton, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), people in 2021Crime rates are shown as offences per 100,000 people. These figures are based on the latest reported offences and population data from the last census (2021). Rates may appear higher or lower than current reality depending on population changes, so it is difficult to declare any suburb completely safe or unsafe.
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FAQ About Crime in Alfredton, VIC
How common is car theft in the Alfredton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 43 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 0 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Alfredton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Alfredton, VIC are Personal Property (987), Tools (840), Cash/Document (808), Car Accessories (647) and Electrical Appliances (643).
What is the crime rate in Alfredton, VIC?
Alfredton, VIC has a crime rate of 805 reported criminal offences.
Is Alfredton, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Alfredton, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,809 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Alfredton, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Alfredton, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 483 reported offences.
Has crime in the Alfredton, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Alfredton, VIC have increased by 59% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Alfredton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 143 offenses against persons in Alfredton, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Alfredton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 425 property crime offenses in Alfredton, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Alfredton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Alfredton, VIC recorded 44 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Alfredton (2021)
Alfredton is a vibrant suburb with 11822 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 47% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1883, though the unemployment rate stands at 4%. A majority of people (81.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Alfredton, VIC
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences generally increased, with a notable peak in 2026 reaching 72 incidents.
- Theft consistently dominated property crimes, fluctuating between 158 and 314 incidents, with a sharp rise in 2026 to 314.
- Assault was the most frequent violent crime, significantly outnumbering robbery and other violent offences throughout the years.
- There was a major spike in breaches of orders around 2019 (178 incidents), followed by a decline but remaining relatively high through 2026 (87 incidents).
- The data indicates growing concerns about personal safety and property security, driven by rising assaults and thefts alongside persistent breaches of legal orders.
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*Unincorporated/Out Of Council - Areas that are not governed by a local government authority
Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics
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