Crime Rates for Clifton Hill, VIC
⇌ Compare Clifton Hill with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Clifton Hill (3068) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 672 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 10,173 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Clifton Hill, VIC in 2021 was 6,606. In the last 10 years, Clifton Hill, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 173.8 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 14.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 600.5 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 Clifton Hill for 2026: B Property and deception offences (538), A Crimes against the person (59), E Justice procedures offences (38).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 628 | 678 | 572 | 707 | 524 | 468 | 421 | 438 | 432 | 646 | 672 |
| A Crimes against the person | 60 | 53 | 60 | 44 | 50 | 58 | 59 | 51 | 38 | 58 | 59 |
| B Property and deception offences | 478 | 522 | 425 | 589 | 394 | 308 | 281 | 290 | 343 | 510 | 538 |
| C Drug offences | 36 | 42 | 25 | 18 | 23 | 28 | 24 | 36 | 24 | 24 | 20 |
| D Public order and security offences | 31 | 34 | 34 | 28 | 31 | 14 | 25 | 21 | 10 | 23 | 16 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 22 | 27 | 24 | 18 | 24 | 28 | 25 | 39 | 16 | 30 | 38 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 32 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 672 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 4678 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 36 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 36 | 42 | -14.29% |
| Robbery In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 6 | -66.67% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 11 | 4 | 175.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 7 | 5 | 40.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Property damage. | 64 | 47 | 36.17% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 51 | 57 | -10.53% |
| Theft In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 397 reported cases of Theft. | 397 | 383 | 3.66% |
| Deception In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Deception. | 24 | 22 | 9.09% |
| Bribery In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 19 | 22 | -13.64% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 13 | -84.62% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 6 | 5 | 20.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 8 | 5 | 60.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 9 | 9 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 29 | 21 | 38.10% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Clifton 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 Clifton Hill, VIC
How common is car theft in the Clifton Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 52 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 Clifton Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Clifton Hill, VIC are Cash/Document (1438), Personal Property (1162), Jewellery (876), Car Accessories (832) and Electrical Appliances (760).
What is the crime rate in Clifton Hill, VIC?
Clifton Hill, VIC has a crime rate of 672 reported criminal offences.
Is Clifton Hill, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Clifton Hill, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 10,173 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Clifton Hill, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Clifton Hill, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 538 reported offences.
Has crime in the Clifton Hill, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Clifton Hill, VIC have increased by 44% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Clifton Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 59 offenses against persons in Clifton Hill, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Clifton Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 514 property crime offenses in Clifton Hill, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Clifton Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Clifton Hill, VIC recorded 20 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Clifton Hill (2021)
Clifton Hill is a quiet suburb with around 6606 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 41% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $2755, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.4%. A majority of people (76%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Clifton Hill, VIC
If you’re considering living near Clifton Hill , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Northcote - 1758 offences (0.06955 per 100,000 people)
- Brunswick East - 935 offences (0.07041 per 100,000 people)
- Carlton North - 489 offences (0.07916 per 100,000 people)
- Fairfield - 564 offences (0.08630 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy North - 1272 offences (0.09952 per 100,000 people)
- Abbotsford - 1610 offences (0.17716 per 100,000 people)
- East Melbourne - 1150 offences (0.23489 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy - 2937 offences (0.28156 per 100,000 people)
- Collingwood - 2615 offences (0.28489 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- From 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences fluctuated but showed an overall slight increase, with counts ranging mostly between 26 and 42 incidents annually.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high each year, peaking near 450 cases around 2019 and maintaining above 180 cases even in lower years.
- Assault and related offences represent the most frequent violent crime, significantly outnumbering robbery and stalking-related crimes.
- A major spike occurred in theft around 2019, rising sharply from 320 (2016) to 450, then gradually declining but remaining elevated compared to earlier years.
- Despite fluctuations, the persistent high volumes of theft and assault indicate ongoing safety challenges related to property crime and personal violence in the area.
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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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