Crime Rates for Carrum, VIC
⇌ Compare Carrum with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Carrum (3197) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 267 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,299 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Carrum, VIC in 2021 was 4,239. In the last 10 years, Carrum, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 146.2 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 35.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 529.9 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 Carrum for 2026: B Property and deception offences (146), A Crimes against the person (50), C Drug offences (35).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 426 | 366 | 503 | 439 | 384 | 340 | 354 | 349 | 363 | 267 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 49 | 62 | 76 | 69 | 77 | 63 | 74 | 68 | 76 | 50 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 227 | 211 | 273 | 225 | 147 | 160 | 175 | 182 | 205 | 146 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 35 | 10 | 38 | 38 | 39 | 16 | 37 | 41 | 30 | 35 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 47 | 29 | 64 | 28 | 24 | 17 | 30 | 17 | 27 | 14 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 61 | 44 | 48 | 69 | 65 | 66 | 28 | 38 | 25 | 19 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 7 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 32 | 18 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 267 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 1951 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 24 | 39 | -38.46% |
| Robbery In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Robbery. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 8 | 5 | 60.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 5 | 8 | -37.50% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 8 | 24 | -66.67% |
| Arson In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Property damage. | 18 | 39 | -53.85% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 11 | 22 | -50.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 108 reported cases of Theft. | 108 | 130 | -16.92% |
| Deception In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Deception. | 8 | 12 | -33.33% |
| Bribery In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 32 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 32 | 26 | 23.08% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 5 | 21 | -76.19% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 8 | 2 | 300.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 5 | 9 | -44.44% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 14 | 16 | -12.50% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Carrum, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 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 Carrum, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Carrum, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Carrum, VIC
How common is car theft in the Carrum, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 26 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 Carrum, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Carrum, VIC are Cash/Document (430), Power Tools (365), Car Accessories (339), Personal Property (330) and Tools (316).
What is the crime rate in Carrum, VIC?
Carrum, VIC has a crime rate of 267 reported criminal offences.
Is Carrum, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Carrum, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,299 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Carrum, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Carrum, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 146 reported offences.
Has crime in the Carrum, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 30% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Carrum, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 50 offenses against persons in Carrum, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Carrum, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 138 property crime offenses in Carrum, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Carrum, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Carrum, VIC recorded 35 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Carrum (2021)
Carrum is a quiet suburb with around 4239 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 39.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1732, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.1%. A majority of people (74.6%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Carrum, VIC
If you’re considering living near Carrum , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Aspendale Gardens - 150 offences (0.02334 per 100,000 people)
- Edithvale - 210 offences (0.03346 per 100,000 people)
- Bonbeach - 293 offences (0.04274 per 100,000 people)
- Patterson Lakes - 429 offences (0.05505 per 100,000 people)
- Chelsea Heights - 330 offences (0.06119 per 100,000 people)
- Chelsea - 595 offences (0.07128 per 100,000 people)
- Bangholme - 76 offences (0.10147 per 100,000 people)
- Carrum Downs - 2360 offences (0.10739 per 100,000 people)
- Seaford - 2475 offences (0.14377 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime shows fluctuations with some declines in property damage and breaches of orders since peaks around 2017-2019, but assault rates remain variable without a clear long-term decrease.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently recording the highest numbers annually, ranging roughly between 68 and 174 incidents over the period.
- Assault and related offences are the dominant violent crime, with counts fluctuating between 23 and 47, showing no sustained upward or downward trend.
- A major drop occurred in breaches of orders, falling from a high of 141 in 2017 to 18 by 2026, indicating improved compliance or enforcement changes.
- Despite some reductions in certain offences, the persistence of theft and assault highlights ongoing safety concerns requiring targeted interventions.
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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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