Crime Rates for Broadmeadows, VIC
⇌ Compare Broadmeadows with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Broadmeadows (3047) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 7807 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 62,336 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Broadmeadows, VIC in 2021 was 12,524. In the last 10 years, Broadmeadows, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 17.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 4.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 88.8 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 Broadmeadows for 2025: B Property and deception offences (3778), E Justice procedures offences (1778), A Crimes against the person (1163).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3842 | 8121 | 7283 | 7684 | 7656 | 7478 | 5561 | 6297 | 6547 | 6572 | 7807 |
| A Crimes against the person | 600 | 1083 | 1036 | 1031 | 1116 | 1154 | 1054 | 917 | 940 | 852 | 1163 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1656 | 3729 | 3571 | 3626 | 3064 | 2893 | 2292 | 2856 | 2921 | 3338 | 3778 |
| C Drug offences | 255 | 479 | 421 | 489 | 640 | 586 | 365 | 398 | 417 | 465 | 612 |
| D Public order and security offences | 242 | 442 | 499 | 497 | 485 | 428 | 376 | 348 | 439 | 312 | 458 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 1077 | 2355 | 1732 | 2028 | 2340 | 1751 | 1333 | 1767 | 1819 | 1578 | 1778 |
| F Other offences | 12 | 33 | 24 | 13 | 11 | 666 | 141 | 11 | 11 | 27 | 18 |
In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 7807 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 33724 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 659 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 659 | 481 | 37.01% |
| Robbery In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 60 reported cases of Robbery. | 60 | 54 | 11.11% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 141 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 141 | 131 | 7.63% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 135 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 135 | 74 | 82.43% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 168 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 168 | 112 | 50.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 85 reported cases of Arson. | 85 | 65 | 30.77% |
| Property damage In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 463 reported cases of Property damage. | 463 | 478 | -3.14% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 288 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 288 | 293 | -1.71% |
| Theft In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 2551 reported cases of Theft. | 2551 | 2178 | 17.13% |
| Deception In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 381 reported cases of Deception. | 381 | 324 | 17.59% |
| Bribery In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Bribery. | 10 | 0 | 1000.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 37 | 36 | 2.78% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 31 | 25 | 24.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 544 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 544 | 404 | 34.65% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 297 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 297 | 227 | 30.84% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 108 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 108 | 47 | 129.79% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 52 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 52 | 38 | 36.84% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 187 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 187 | 153 | 22.22% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 1591 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 1591 | 1425 | 11.65% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 9 | 5 | 80.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 7 | 14 | -50.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 2 | 8 | -75.00% |
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 Broadmeadows, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very unsafe living in Broadmeadows, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Broadmeadows, VIC
How common is car theft in the Broadmeadows, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 126 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 Broadmeadows, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Broadmeadows, VIC are Cash/Document (3828), Car Accessories (3008), Personal Property (2616), Jewellery (1594) and Electrical Appliances (1506).
What is the crime rate in Broadmeadows, VIC?
Broadmeadows, VIC has a crime rate of 7807 reported criminal offences.
Is Broadmeadows, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Broadmeadows, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 62,336 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Broadmeadows, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Broadmeadows, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 3778 reported offences.
Has crime in the Broadmeadows, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Broadmeadows, VIC have increased by 4% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Broadmeadows, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 1163 offenses against persons in Broadmeadows, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Broadmeadows, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 3387 property crime offenses in Broadmeadows, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Broadmeadows, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Broadmeadows, VIC recorded 612 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Broadmeadows (2021)
Broadmeadows is a vibrant suburb with 12524 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1151, though the unemployment rate stands at 12.9%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 41.1% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Broadmeadows, VIC
If you’re considering living near Broadmeadows , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Campbellfield - 3453 offences (0.69379 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, total crime shows fluctuations with some property and violent crimes peaking mid-period then stabilizing or slightly declining by 2025.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently the highest volume offense, ranging from about 800 in 2015 to over 2500 by 2025.
- Assault and related offenses are the leading violent crime, rising notably after 2015 and reaching near 660 incidents in 2025.
- Arson exhibited a major spike from 21 in 2015 to a peak near 97 around 2016 but fluctuated thereafter, reaching 85 in 2025.
- The data suggests ongoing challenges with property crime impacting overall safety, while violent crime remains significant but less voluminous than theft.
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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