Crime Rates for Cranbourne East, VIC
⇌ Compare Cranbourne East with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Cranbourne East (3977) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1638 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,637 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Cranbourne East, VIC in 2021 was 24,679. In the last 10 years, Cranbourne East, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 105.9 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 43.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 329.1 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 Cranbourne East for 2026: B Property and deception offences (762), A Crimes against the person (423), E Justice procedures offences (333).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 925 | 826 | 931 | 1117 | 999 | 871 | 1168 | 1247 | 1404 | 1638 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 150 | 160 | 174 | 237 | 239 | 203 | 300 | 270 | 369 | 423 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 605 | 496 | 585 | 581 | 470 | 454 | 589 | 586 | 728 | 762 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 29 | 44 | 50 | 67 | 65 | 41 | 51 | 55 | 48 | 61 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 42 | 47 | 28 | 50 | 44 | 32 | 37 | 76 | 38 | 59 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 99 | 78 | 94 | 169 | 136 | 127 | 190 | 259 | 220 | 333 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 45 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 1638 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 5856 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 225 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 225 | 203 | 10.84% |
| Robbery In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Robbery. | 8 | 27 | -70.37% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 75 | 57 | 31.58% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 24 | 15 | 60.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 91 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 91 | 67 | 35.82% |
| Arson In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson. | 5 | 5 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 134 reported cases of Property damage. | 134 | 133 | 0.75% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 79 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 79 | 97 | -18.56% |
| Theft In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 490 reported cases of Theft. | 490 | 429 | 14.22% |
| Deception In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of Deception. | 54 | 64 | -15.63% |
| Bribery In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 12 | 2 | 500.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 46 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 46 | 43 | 6.98% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 44 | 25 | 76.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 7 | 6 | 16.67% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 4 | -75.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 21 | 10 | 110.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 312 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 312 | 210 | 48.57% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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 Cranbourne East, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Cranbourne East, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Cranbourne East, VIC
How common is car theft in the Cranbourne East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 86 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 Cranbourne East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Cranbourne East, VIC are Cash/Document (1434), Car Accessories (1408), Personal Property (1197), Power Tools (1134) and Electrical Appliances (984).
What is the crime rate in Cranbourne East, VIC?
Cranbourne East, VIC has a crime rate of 1638 reported criminal offences.
Is Cranbourne East, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Cranbourne East, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,637 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Cranbourne East, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Cranbourne East, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 762 reported offences.
Has crime in the Cranbourne East, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Cranbourne East, VIC have increased by 64% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Cranbourne East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 423 offenses against persons in Cranbourne East, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Cranbourne East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 708 property crime offenses in Cranbourne East, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Cranbourne East, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Cranbourne East, VIC recorded 61 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Cranbourne East (2021)
Cranbourne East is a vibrant suburb with 24679 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 61.5% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1912, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.6%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 49.7% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Cranbourne East, VIC
If you’re considering living near Cranbourne East , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Narre Warren South - 1212 offences (0.03921 per 100,000 people)
- Botanic Ridge - 325 offences (0.04823 per 100,000 people)
- Devon Meadows - 94 offences (0.06061 per 100,000 people)
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- Cranbourne West - 1455 offences (0.07286 per 100,000 people)
- Junction Village - 82 offences (0.07802 per 100,000 people)
- Clyde North - 2613 offences (0.08248 per 100,000 people)
- Clyde - 1142 offences (0.10217 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 4575 offences (0.21498 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, assaults and breaches of orders have shown a significant upward trend, with assaults rising from 74 to 226 and breaches increasing from 55 to 291 between 2016 and 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high and peaking at 502 incidents in 2026, followed by property damage which also steadily increased over time.
- Assault and related offences remain the predominant violent crime category, experiencing a substantial rise especially after 2022.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders from 110 in 2022 to 291 in 2026, indicating growing challenges in legal compliance.
- The overall safety relevance points to increased personal and property crimes, suggesting a need for focused intervention in assault and theft prevention.
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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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