Crime Rates for Botanic Ridge, VIC
⇌ Compare Botanic Ridge with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Botanic Ridge (3977) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 325 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,823 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Botanic Ridge, VIC in 2021 was 6,739. In the last 10 years, Botanic Ridge, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 249.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 56.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 481.4 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 Botanic Ridge for 2026: B Property and deception offences (146), E Justice procedures offences (109), A Crimes against the person (59).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 129 | 104 | 134 | 174 | 178 | 127 | 156 | 196 | 283 | 316 | 325 |
| A Crimes against the person | 17 | 13 | 25 | 16 | 41 | 25 | 47 | 41 | 49 | 40 | 59 |
| B Property and deception offences | 75 | 63 | 64 | 122 | 104 | 72 | 74 | 105 | 119 | 212 | 146 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 10 | 9 |
| D Public order and security offences | 3 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 46 | 8 | 2 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 32 | 10 | 37 | 24 | 25 | 17 | 33 | 39 | 55 | 45 | 109 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 325 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 1156 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 27 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 27 | 16 | 68.75% |
| Robbery In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 14 | 10 | 40.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 4 | 1 | 300.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 14 | 12 | 16.67% |
| Arson In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Property damage In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Property damage. | 16 | 18 | -11.11% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 26 | 37 | -29.73% |
| Theft In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 93 reported cases of Theft. | 93 | 140 | -33.57% |
| Deception In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Deception. | 9 | 14 | -35.71% |
| Bribery In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 6 | 7 | -14.29% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 6 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 106 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 106 | 44 | 140.91% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -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 Botanic Ridge, VIC
How common is car theft in the Botanic Ridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 21 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 Botanic Ridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Botanic Ridge, VIC are Power Tools (440), Tools (396), Personal Property (286), Electrical Appliances (252) and Timber/Build Mat (236).
What is the crime rate in Botanic Ridge, VIC?
Botanic Ridge, VIC has a crime rate of 325 reported criminal offences.
Is Botanic Ridge, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Botanic Ridge, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,823 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Botanic Ridge, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Botanic Ridge, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 146 reported offences.
Has crime in the Botanic Ridge, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Botanic Ridge, VIC have increased by 156% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Botanic Ridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 59 offenses against persons in Botanic Ridge, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Botanic Ridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 137 property crime offenses in Botanic Ridge, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Botanic Ridge, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Botanic Ridge, VIC recorded 9 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Botanic Ridge (2021)
Botanic Ridge is a quiet suburb with around 6739 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 58.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3.2 people. The median household weekly income is $2552, though the unemployment rate stands at 2%. A majority of people (81.1%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Botanic Ridge, VIC
If you’re considering living near Botanic Ridge , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Junction Village - 82 offences (0.07802 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 4575 offences (0.21498 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, there is an overall increasing trend in crimes against the person and property offences, with fluctuations but notable growth in recent years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking at 140 incidents in 2025 and generally rising from under 40 cases before 2020 to above 90 in 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime category, increasing from single digits in earlier years to a peak of 27 in 2026.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders, escalating sharply from around 10-30 cases early on to 106 in 2026, indicating increased challenges in law enforcement compliance.
- The rising rates in both violent and property crimes, especially theft and breaches of orders, suggest growing safety concerns requiring focused attention.
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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