Crime Rates for Attwood, VIC
⇌ Compare Attwood with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Attwood (3049) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 121 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 3,657 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Attwood, VIC in 2021 was 3,309. In the last 10 years, Attwood, VIC's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 413.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 48 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 551.5 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 Attwood for 2026: B Property and deception offences (81), A Crimes against the person (16), E Justice procedures offences (14).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 104 | 123 | 91 | 97 | 110 | 79 | 94 | 89 | 66 | 129 | 121 |
| A Crimes against the person | 10 | 20 | 17 | 8 | 27 | 15 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 16 |
| B Property and deception offences | 77 | 85 | 65 | 61 | 56 | 48 | 52 | 42 | 37 | 87 | 81 |
| C Drug offences | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| D Public order and security offences | 10 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 2 | 7 | 5 | 14 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 27 | 6 | 17 | 14 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 121 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 691 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 8 | 7 | 14.29% |
| Robbery In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 6 | 9 | -33.33% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Arson In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Property damage. | 1 | 14 | -92.86% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 6 | 11 | -45.45% |
| Theft In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 63 reported cases of Theft. | 63 | 60 | 5.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Deception. | 8 | 2 | 300.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 5 | 3 | 66.67% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 12 | 14 | -14.29% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Attwood, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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 Attwood, VIC
How common is car theft in the Attwood, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 16 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 Attwood, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Attwood, VIC are Jewellery (376), Personal Property (325), Power Tools (220), Car Accessories (202) and Cash/Document (163).
What is the crime rate in Attwood, VIC?
Attwood, VIC has a crime rate of 121 reported criminal offences.
Is Attwood, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Attwood, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 3,657 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Attwood, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Attwood, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 81 reported offences.
Has crime in the Attwood, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Attwood, VIC have increased by 53% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Attwood, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 16 offenses against persons in Attwood, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Attwood, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 73 property crime offenses in Attwood, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Attwood, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Attwood, VIC recorded 1 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Attwood (2021)
Attwood is a quiet suburb with around 3309 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 59.9% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2209, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.4%. A majority of people (74.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Attwood, VIC
If you’re considering living near Attwood , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 56 offences (0.01885 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore Heights - 34 offences (0.03247 per 100,000 people)
- Greenvale - 968 offences (0.04550 per 100,000 people)
- Gladstone Park - 516 offences (0.06283 per 100,000 people)
- Meadow Heights - 994 offences (0.06676 per 100,000 people)
- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
- Jacana - 225 offences (0.10288 per 100,000 people)
- Tullamarine - 1139 offences (0.16917 per 100,000 people)
- Melbourne Airport - 1178 offences (18.40625 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime shows fluctuations with some categories like assault mostly stable around 7-10 incidents annually, but others vary widely.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking at 63 incidents in 2026, with numbers generally rising since a low of 21 in 2024.
- Assault and related offences dominate violent crimes, consistently ranging between 7 and 11 incidents per year after 2018.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders in 2023, reaching 26 incidents, more than doubling previous years' figures.
- Despite fluctuations, the data suggests an overall moderate safety concern focused on theft and assault, with breaches of orders indicating potential enforcement challenges.
Disclaimer: This content is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify information independently.
*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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