Crime Rates for Armstrong Creek, VIC

As of Year 2025 Jun The Armstrong Creek (3217) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 837 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 7,442 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Armstrong Creek, VIC in 2021 was 11,247. In the last 10 years, Armstrong Creek, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 146.1 residents. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 26.6 residents. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 281.2 residents. 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 Armstrong Creek for 2025: B Property and deception offences (516), A Crimes against the person (151), E Justice procedures offences (127).

Crime offences in Armstrong Creek, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total31142154237291374296430474540837
A Crimes against the person11411252956577990102151
B Property and deception offences29103117160181224146259255299516
C Drug offences141051951614181427
D Public order and security offences06161271612111414
E Justice procedures offences015154150815665100110127
F Other offences00000151012

In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 837 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 2289 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 73 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
7375-2.67%
Robbery
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Robbery.
40400.00%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 40 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
4013207.69%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
82300.00%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of crimes against the person.
2612116.67%
Arson
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson.
550.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 52 reported cases of Property damage.
52504.00%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 62 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
624440.91%
Theft
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 361 reported cases of Theft.
361150140.67%
Deception
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 36 reported cases of Deception.
3650-28.00%
Bribery
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
40400.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
220.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
211275.00%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
910-10.00%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
42100.00%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
12-50.00%
Public security offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences.
000.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Justice procedures.
5366.67%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 122 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
12210714.02%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
000.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
01-100.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
20200.00%

AI Analysis

1. Overall crime trends:

  • Total crimes have generally increased from 2015 to 2025, with notable acceleration after 2020.
  • 2025 records the highest counts in most categories compared to previous years.
  • Some fluctuations with dips around 2017 and steady rises post-2018.

2. Most common and serious crime types:

  • Theft (B40) is the most common crime, rising sharply from 18 incidents in 2015 to 361 in 2025.
  • Assault and related offences (A20) increased from 1 in 2015 to 73 in 2025.
  • Breaches of orders (E20) notably high, peaking at 122 in 2025, up from zero in 2015.
  • Property damage (B20) increased from 4 in 2015 to 52 in 2025.
  • Burglary (B30) shows growth from 6 in 2015 to 62 in 2025.
  • Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour (A70) rose to 40 in 2025 from zero in 2015.

3. Significant year-to-year spikes or drops:

  • Theft surged from 150 in 2024 to 361 in 2025 (+141 incidents).
  • Assault jumped from 45 in 2022 to 67 in 2023, then sharply to 73 in 2025.
  • Breaches of orders steadily increased from 63 in 2022 to 107 in 2024 and 122 in 2025.
  • Stalking and harassment spiked from 13 in 2024 to 40 in 2025.
  • Deception (B50) dropped from 50 in 2024 to 36 in 2025.
  • Robbery fluctuated, with zero in 2024 but 4 in 2025.

4. Safety-relevant observations:

  • Property and deception offences dominate crime reports, especially theft and burglary.
  • Violent crimes such as assault show significant increases but remain lower in absolute numbers than property crimes.
  • Breaches of orders represent a large and growing share of justice-related offences, indicating potential issues with compliance or enforcement.
  • Drug use/possession (C30) incidents increased from 1 in 2015 to 21 in 2025, suggesting rising drug-related activity.
  • Weapons offences (D10) peaked at 16 in 2021, then declined but remain present (9 in 2025).
  • Public order offences remain low overall, indicating less frequent disorderly conduct compared to other crime types.

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Common FAQ about Armstrong Creek, VIC Criminal

  • How common is car theft in the Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 36 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 Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Armstrong Creek, VIC are Personal Property (696), Cash/Document (636), Electrical Appliances (625), Tools (478) and Power Tools (451).

  • What is the crime rate in Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    Armstrong Creek, VIC has a crime rate of 837 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Armstrong Creek, VIC a safe suburb?

    Yes, Armstrong Creek, VIC is considered safe, as its crime rate of 7,442 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Armstrong Creek, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 516 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Armstrong Creek, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Armstrong Creek, VIC have increased by 124% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 151 offenses against persons in Armstrong Creek, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 480 property crime offenses in Armstrong Creek, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Armstrong Creek, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, Armstrong Creek, VIC recorded 27 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

*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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