Crime Rates for Beveridge, VIC
⇌ Compare Beveridge with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Beveridge (3753) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 804 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 17,320 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Beveridge, VIC in 2021 was 4,642. In the last 10 years, Beveridge, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 54.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 18.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 165.8 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 Beveridge for 2026: B Property and deception offences (362), E Justice procedures offences (179), A Crimes against the person (130).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 176 | 174 | 261 | 217 | 273 | 288 | 211 | 412 | 704 | 804 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 25 | 31 | 44 | 40 | 57 | 51 | 49 | 83 | 125 | 130 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 111 | 96 | 128 | 117 | 76 | 95 | 104 | 208 | 344 | 362 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 15 | 7 | 19 | 3 | 6 | 22 | 8 | 22 | 33 | 74 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 11 | 11 | 28 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 41 | 58 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 14 | 29 | 42 | 38 | 100 | 98 | 44 | 81 | 158 | 179 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 22 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 804 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 1641 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 84 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 84 | 80 | 5.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 28 | 28 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 12 | 8 | 50.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 5 | 9 | -44.44% |
| Arson In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Arson. | 8 | 9 | -11.11% |
| Property damage In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 62 reported cases of Property damage. | 62 | 76 | -18.42% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 34 | 45 | -24.44% |
| Theft In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 219 reported cases of Theft. | 219 | 203 | 7.88% |
| Deception In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Deception. | 39 | 11 | 254.55% |
| Bribery In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 5 | 3 | 66.67% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 65 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 65 | 24 | 170.83% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 47 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 47 | 28 | 67.86% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 5 | 5 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 5 | 8 | -37.50% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 26 | 15 | 73.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 153 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 153 | 143 | 6.99% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Beveridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Jun), 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). As population numbers may have changed since 2021, the calculated rates may not accurately reflect current population levels or the current situation in each area (suburb, LGA, and state). Therefore, the rates should be used as an indicator rather than a definitive measure of whether a suburb is safe or unsafe.
Based on the source data available to us, Homicide, Sexual Offences, Abduction, and Blackmail & Extortion are not shown separately at the suburb level in Victoria. These categories are available at the LGA and Victoria state levels, but not separately at the suburb level.
How safe do you feel in Beveridge, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel neutral about safety living in Beveridge, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Beveridge, VIC
How common is car theft in the Beveridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 34 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 Beveridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Beveridge, VIC are Power Tools (484), Tools (372), Electrical Appliances (324), Car Accessories (306) and Timber/Build Mat (278).
What is the crime rate in Beveridge, VIC?
Beveridge, VIC has a crime rate of 804 reported criminal offences.
Is Beveridge, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Beveridge, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 17,320 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Beveridge, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Beveridge, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 362 reported offences.
Has crime in the Beveridge, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Beveridge, VIC have increased by 195% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Beveridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 130 offenses against persons in Beveridge, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Beveridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 323 property crime offenses in Beveridge, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Beveridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Beveridge, VIC recorded 74 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Beveridge (2021)
Beveridge is a quiet suburb with around 4642 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 60.1% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.2 people. The median household weekly income is $2266, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.4%. A majority of people (70.9%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Beveridge, VIC
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- Woodstock - 19 offences (0.12667 per 100,000 people)
- Donnybrook - 608 offences (0.28952 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, there is a marked increase in total crimes, particularly accelerating after 2022.
- Theft stands out as the dominant property crime, with incidents rising sharply from single digits early on to a peak of 207 in 2025 before slightly decreasing.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crime, showing a significant upward trend especially from 2021 onward, reaching 90 incidents in 2026.
- Breaches of orders experienced a major spike, jumping from 3 cases in 2017 to 186 in 2026, highlighting enforcement challenges.
- The overall safety environment appears increasingly strained due to rising violent and property crimes alongside spikes in regulatory breaches affecting public order.
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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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