Crime Rates for Briar Hill, VIC
⇌ Compare Briar Hill with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Briar Hill (3088) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 75 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 2,329 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Briar Hill, VIC in 2021 was 3,220. In the last 10 years, Briar Hill, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 644 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 115 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 805 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 Briar Hill for 2026: B Property and deception offences (36), E Justice procedures offences (19), A Crimes against the person (10).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 130 | 118 | 140 | 99 | 147 | 95 | 96 | 71 | 96 | 119 | 75 |
| A Crimes against the person | 19 | 15 | 23 | 16 | 17 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 10 |
| B Property and deception offences | 72 | 74 | 94 | 56 | 72 | 45 | 51 | 33 | 69 | 78 | 36 |
| C Drug offences | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| D Public order and security offences | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 25 | 17 | 21 | 26 | 41 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 | 23 | 19 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 75 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 680 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 5 | 5 | 0.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Property damage. | 5 | 4 | 25.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 8 | 15 | -46.67% |
| Theft In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Theft. | 20 | 51 | -60.78% |
| Deception In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Deception. | 2 | 8 | -75.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 4 | 2 | 100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 18 | 23 | -21.74% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Briar Hill, 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 Briar Hill, VIC
How common is car theft in the Briar Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 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 Briar Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Briar Hill, VIC are Jewellery (218), Power Tools (190), Tools (172), Personal Property (126) and Cash/Document (108).
What is the crime rate in Briar Hill, VIC?
Briar Hill, VIC has a crime rate of 75 reported criminal offences.
Is Briar Hill, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Briar Hill, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 2,329 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Briar Hill, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Briar Hill, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 36 reported offences.
Has crime in the Briar Hill, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 21% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Briar Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 10 offenses against persons in Briar Hill, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Briar Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 34 property crime offenses in Briar Hill, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Briar Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Briar Hill, VIC recorded 5 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Briar Hill (2021)
Briar Hill is a quiet suburb with around 3220 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 44.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $1935, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.2%. A majority of people (80.7%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Briar Hill, VIC
If you’re considering living near Briar Hill , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Montmorency - 167 offences (0.01805 per 100,000 people)
- Eltham North - 132 offences (0.01933 per 100,000 people)
- Yallambie - 104 offences (0.02499 per 100,000 people)
- St Helena - 90 offences (0.03114 per 100,000 people)
- Lower Plenty - 124 offences (0.03130 per 100,000 people)
- Watsonia North - 170 offences (0.04475 per 100,000 people)
- Eltham - 1040 offences (0.05518 per 100,000 people)
- Greensborough - 1399 offences (0.06640 per 100,000 people)
- Watsonia - 521 offences (0.09735 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the last decade, assault has fluctuated notably, peaking around 2018-2022, then declining by 2026.
- Theft consistently represents the dominant property crime, with a major peak occurring between 2017 and 2025, especially notable in 2025.
- Assault is the leading violent crime, showing variability but remaining the most frequent violent offense throughout the period.
- A significant spike occurred in theft offenses around 2024-2025, with numbers reaching over 50, before dropping sharply by 2026.
- The overall safety context indicates rising challenges during 2017-2025 due to property crime surges, though recent declines suggest improving conditions.
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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