Crime Rates for Braybrook, VIC
⇌ Compare Braybrook with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Braybrook (3019) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 3453 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 35,664 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Braybrook, VIC in 2021 was 9,682. In the last 10 years, Braybrook, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 39.2 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 5.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 215.2 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 Braybrook for 2025: B Property and deception offences (2234), E Justice procedures offences (405), A Crimes against the person (340).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1296 | 2397 | 2460 | 2545 | 3107 | 3356 | 3136 | 2676 | 3056 | 3074 | 3453 |
| A Crimes against the person | 132 | 291 | 289 | 300 | 420 | 377 | 371 | 336 | 473 | 441 | 340 |
| B Property and deception offences | 831 | 1470 | 1605 | 1796 | 1822 | 1939 | 2095 | 1718 | 1962 | 1947 | 2234 |
| C Drug offences | 173 | 255 | 211 | 151 | 266 | 274 | 188 | 238 | 247 | 222 | 237 |
| D Public order and security offences | 114 | 229 | 132 | 145 | 236 | 226 | 176 | 171 | 181 | 165 | 234 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 46 | 152 | 221 | 153 | 361 | 272 | 255 | 183 | 190 | 294 | 405 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 268 | 51 | 30 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 3453 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 19419 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 204 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 204 | 276 | -26.09% |
| Robbery In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Robbery. | 43 | 43 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 45 | 44 | 2.27% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 13 | 28 | -53.57% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 35 | 50 | -30.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Arson. | 21 | 22 | -4.55% |
| Property damage In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 197 reported cases of Property damage. | 197 | 186 | 5.91% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 264 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 264 | 227 | 16.30% |
| Theft In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 1582 reported cases of Theft. | 1582 | 1355 | 16.75% |
| Deception In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 170 reported cases of Deception. | 170 | 157 | 8.28% |
| Bribery In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 51 | 33 | 54.55% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 14 | 14 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 172 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 172 | 175 | -1.71% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 180 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 180 | 113 | 59.29% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 25 | 33 | -24.24% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 29 | 19 | 52.63% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 44 | 47 | -6.38% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 361 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 361 | 247 | 46.15% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Braybrook, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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.
How safe do you feel in Braybrook, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel neutral about safety living in Braybrook, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Braybrook, VIC
How common is car theft in the Braybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 87 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 Braybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Braybrook, VIC are Cash/Document (3504), Personal Property (2479), Car Accessories (2132), Electrical Appliances (1190) and Power Tools (823).
What is the crime rate in Braybrook, VIC?
Braybrook, VIC has a crime rate of 3453 reported criminal offences.
Is Braybrook, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Braybrook, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 35,664 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Braybrook, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Braybrook, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2234 reported offences.
Has crime in the Braybrook, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Braybrook, VIC have increased by 3% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Braybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 340 offenses against persons in Braybrook, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Braybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 2064 property crime offenses in Braybrook, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Braybrook, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Braybrook, VIC recorded 237 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Braybrook (2021)
Braybrook is a quiet suburb with around 9682 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 40.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1451, though the unemployment rate stands at 9%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 38.7% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Braybrook, VIC
If you’re considering living near Braybrook , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Avondale Heights - 970 offences (0.07830 per 100,000 people)
- Kingsville - 472 offences (0.12041 per 100,000 people)
- West Footscray - 1722 offences (0.14682 per 100,000 people)
- Maidstone - 1983 offences (0.21120 per 100,000 people)
- Sunshine North - 2799 offences (0.23234 per 100,000 people)
- Maribyrnong - 4415 offences (0.35115 per 100,000 people)
- Brooklyn - 831 offences (0.41991 per 100,000 people)
- Sunshine - 6871 offences (0.72747 per 100,000 people)
- Tottenham - 391 offences (130.33333 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, property and deception offences show a general increase, peaking around 2025, with theft consistently the most dominant property crime, reaching over 1500 incidents in recent years.
- Assault and related offences represent the principal violent crime, fluctuating between 166 and 276 incidents annually, with no clear sustained upward or downward trend.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders around 2018-2025, soaring from 41 to 361 cases, indicating increased enforcement or reporting.
- Property damage and burglary also remain significant but secondary property crimes, showing some volatility without drastic changes.
- Overall, the data suggests persistent challenges with property crime and certain violent offences, impacting community safety and law enforcement priorities.
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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