Crime Rates for Clarkefield, VIC
⇌ Compare Clarkefield with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Clarkefield (3430) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 100 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 33,003 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Clarkefield, VIC in 2021 was 303. In the last 10 years, Clarkefield, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 50.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 6.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 303 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 Clarkefield for 2025: B Property and deception offences (63), E Justice procedures offences (13), C Drug offences (12).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9 | 36 | 80 | 54 | 51 | 75 | 43 | 57 | 47 | 116 | 100 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 10 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 24 | 7 |
| B Property and deception offences | 8 | 26 | 54 | 46 | 43 | 42 | 26 | 28 | 40 | 74 | 63 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 5 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 13 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 100 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 450 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 6 | 12 | -50.00% |
| Robbery In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 1 | 8 | -87.50% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 4 | -100.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Arson. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Property damage. | 13 | 21 | -38.10% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 2 | 7 | -71.43% |
| Theft In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Theft. | 44 | 46 | -4.35% |
| Deception In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 10 | 2 | 400.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 5 | 9 | -44.44% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 4 | -50.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 11 | 3 | 266.67% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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.
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FAQ About Crime in Clarkefield, VIC
How common is car theft in the Clarkefield, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, 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 Clarkefield, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Clarkefield, VIC are Car Accessories (53), Tools (45), Electrical Appliances (30), Power Tools (30) and Personal Property (14).
What is the crime rate in Clarkefield, VIC?
Clarkefield, VIC has a crime rate of 100 reported criminal offences.
Is Clarkefield, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Clarkefield, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 33,003 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Clarkefield, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Clarkefield, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 63 reported offences.
Has crime in the Clarkefield, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Clarkefield, VIC have increased by 33% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Clarkefield, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 7 offenses against persons in Clarkefield, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Clarkefield, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 63 property crime offenses in Clarkefield, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Clarkefield, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Clarkefield, VIC recorded 12 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Clarkefield (2021)
Clarkefield is a quiet suburb with around 303 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.1% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1699, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.2%. A majority of people (76.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Clarkefield, VIC
If you’re considering living near Clarkefield , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Bolinda - 16 offences (0.08649 per 100,000 people)
- Darraweit Guim - 50 offences (0.12438 per 100,000 people)
- Sunbury - 5752 offences (0.14805 per 100,000 people)
- Mickleham - 2588 offences (0.14829 per 100,000 people)
- Chintin - 18 offences (0.16216 per 100,000 people)
- Oaklands Junction - 81 offences (0.18451 per 100,000 people)
- Monegeetta - 53 offences (0.25604 per 100,000 people)
- Yuroke - 34 offences (0.27642 per 100,000 people)
- Wildwood - 103 offences (0.42213 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2015 to 2025, crime trends show fluctuations with an overall increase in certain offences like theft and property damage.
- Theft consistently ranks as the dominant property crime, peaking at 44-46 incidents in 2024-2025 compared to lower levels earlier in the decade.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, with notable variability but a major spike in 2024 (12 incidents) compared to several years of low or zero occurrences.
- A significant spike occurred in property damage from 2023 to 2024, rising from 11 to 21 incidents, indicating a sharp rise in vandalism or related acts.
- The data suggests a growing safety concern largely driven by property crime, particularly theft and vandalism, while violent crime remains relatively lower but fluctuating.
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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