Crime Rates for Clayton, VIC
As of Year 2025 Jun The Clayton (3168) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 2425 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 12,771 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Clayton, VIC in 2021 was 18,988. In the last 10 years, Clayton, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 111 residents. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 12.6 residents. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 730.3 residents. 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 Clayton for 2025: B Property and deception offences (1768), A Crimes against the person (236), E Justice procedures offences (186).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1222 | 1530 | 2071 | 1548 | 1624 | 1820 | 1849 | 1747 | 1921 | 2215 | 2425 |
| A Crimes against the person | 153 | 207 | 257 | 210 | 268 | 252 | 351 | 265 | 275 | 250 | 236 |
| B Property and deception offences | 852 | 1095 | 1552 | 1090 | 1021 | 1307 | 1037 | 1116 | 1303 | 1617 | 1768 |
| C Drug offences | 75 | 63 | 84 | 83 | 120 | 84 | 90 | 123 | 90 | 69 | 138 |
| D Public order and security offences | 69 | 79 | 91 | 97 | 96 | 80 | 64 | 82 | 84 | 88 | 96 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 69 | 84 | 83 | 64 | 117 | 83 | 160 | 141 | 169 | 179 | 186 |
| F Other offences | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 147 | 20 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 2425 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 13758 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 151 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 151 | 156 | -3.21% |
| Robbery In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Robbery. | 20 | 10 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 26 | 32 | -18.75% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 15 | 12 | 25.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 24 | 40 | -40.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson. | 5 | 3 | 66.67% |
| Property damage In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 152 reported cases of Property damage. | 152 | 148 | 2.70% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 189 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 189 | 180 | 5.00% |
| Theft In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 1317 reported cases of Theft. | 1317 | 1136 | 15.93% |
| Deception In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 105 reported cases of Deception. | 105 | 150 | -30.00% |
| Bribery In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 15 | 4 | 275.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 11 | 2 | 450.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 112 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 112 | 63 | 77.78% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 54 | 45 | 20.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 25 | 20 | 25.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 17 | 23 | -26.09% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 33 | 24 | 37.50% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 153 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 153 | 155 | -1.29% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 12 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Clayton, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
AI Analysis
1. Overall crime trends:
- Total crime incidents generally increased from 2015 to 2025, with notable rises in theft and breaches of orders.
- Property and deception offences show a clear upward trend, especially theft rising from 462 in 2015 to 1317 in 2025.
- Crimes against the person fluctuate but remain relatively stable; assault peaked at 171 in 2021 then slightly declined.
- Drug offences and public order offences show moderate fluctuations without clear long-term trend.
2. Most common and serious crime types:
- Theft (B40) is the most common crime, increasing from 462 in 2015 to 1317 in 2025.
- Burglary/Break and enter (B30) is also significant, with 189 incidents in 2025.
- Assault and related offences (A20) are the most serious violent crime, peaking at 171 in 2021 and 151 in 2025.
- Breaches of orders (E20) rose sharply to 153 in 2025 from 49 in 2015.
- Property damage (B20) incidents grew from 69 in 2015 to 152 in 2025.
3. Significant year-to-year spikes or drops:
- Robbery (A50) dropped sharply from 59 in 2019 to 10 in 2021, then rebounded to 20 in 2025.
- Other crimes against the person spiked to 122 in 2021 from 24 in 2015, then declined to 24 by 2025.
- Deception (B50) had a large spike in 2017 at 474 incidents, dropping drastically to 105 by 2025.
- Drug use and possession (C30) dropped from 105 in 2019 to 50 in 2016 but increased again to 112 in 2025.
- Breaches of orders doubled from 61 in 2020 to 129 in 2021 and continued rising to 153 in 2025.
4. Safety-relevant observations:
- Property crimes, especially theft and burglary, have significantly increased over the decade, indicating rising risks to property safety.
- Violent crimes such as assault remain relatively stable with minor fluctuations, suggesting consistent risks to personal safety.
- The rise in breaches of orders may point to challenges in maintaining legal compliance and community safety.
- Drug-related offences show variability but no major surge, implying steady enforcement or prevalence.
- Public order offences like disorderly conduct decreased from a high of 55 in 2017 to 25 in 2025, potentially improving public safety conditions.
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Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Jun), people in 2021Community Snapshot – Clayton (2021)
Clayton is a vibrant suburb with 18988 residents. While families are part of the community, only about 35.3% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.5 people. The median household weekly income is $1494, though the unemployment rate stands at 9.7%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 27.2% of residents were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Clayton, VIC
If you’re considering living near Clayton , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Oakleigh East - 306 offences (0.04497 per 100,000 people)
- Clarinda - 456 offences (0.06128 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Waverley - 2237 offences (0.06330 per 100,000 people)
- Oakleigh South - 797 offences (0.08091 per 100,000 people)
- Notting Hill - 241 offences (0.08325 per 100,000 people)
- Huntingdale - 168 offences (0.08620 per 100,000 people)
- Clayton South - 1498 offences (0.11195 per 100,000 people)
- Springvale - 3307 offences (0.14914 per 100,000 people)
- Oakleigh - 1832 offences (0.21701 per 100,000 people)
Common FAQ about Clayton, VIC Criminal
How common is car theft in the Clayton, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 157 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 Clayton, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Clayton, VIC are Cash/Document (4355), Personal Property (3359), Car Accessories (2520), Electrical Appliances (2272) and Tools (1714).
What is the crime rate in Clayton, VIC?
Clayton, VIC has a crime rate of 2425 reported criminal offences.
Is Clayton, VIC a safe suburb?
No, Clayton, VIC is not considered safe, as its crime rate of 12,771 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Clayton, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Clayton, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1768 reported offences.
Has crime in the Clayton, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Clayton, VIC have increased by 33% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Clayton, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 236 offenses against persons in Clayton, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Clayton, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 1663 property crime offenses in Clayton, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Clayton, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, Clayton, VIC recorded 138 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
*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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