Crime Rates for Cranbourne North, VIC
⇌ Compare Cranbourne North with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Cranbourne North (3977) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1667 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,754 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Cranbourne North, VIC in 2021 was 24,683. In the last 10 years, Cranbourne North, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 132.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 40.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 363 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 North for 2026: B Property and deception offences (837), A Crimes against the person (371), E Justice procedures offences (340).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 1325 | 1347 | 1292 | 1577 | 1296 | 1212 | 1218 | 1333 | 1680 | 1667 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 237 | 267 | 231 | 299 | 254 | 247 | 270 | 316 | 332 | 371 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 834 | 736 | 695 | 830 | 585 | 572 | 571 | 669 | 947 | 837 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 62 | 89 | 76 | 145 | 78 | 76 | 95 | 69 | 66 | 51 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 38 | 75 | 70 | 76 | 67 | 64 | 53 | 51 | 67 | 64 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 153 | 180 | 220 | 204 | 210 | 241 | 229 | 228 | 267 | 340 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 102 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 1667 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 7276 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 180 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 180 | 186 | -3.23% |
| Robbery In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Robbery. | 6 | 17 | -64.71% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 68 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 68 | 60 | 13.33% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 15 | 12 | 25.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 102 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 102 | 57 | 78.95% |
| Arson In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Arson. | 11 | 1 | 1000.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 159 reported cases of Property damage. | 159 | 137 | 16.06% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 89 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 89 | 109 | -18.35% |
| Theft In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 525 reported cases of Theft. | 525 | 620 | -15.32% |
| Deception In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 53 reported cases of Deception. | 53 | 80 | -33.75% |
| Bribery In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 4 | 10 | -60.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 43 | 53 | -18.87% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 38 | 37 | 2.70% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 16 | 18 | -11.11% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 10 | 8 | 25.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 4 | -100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 22 | 15 | 46.67% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 318 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 318 | 252 | 26.19% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Cranbourne North, 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Cranbourne North, VIC
How common is car theft in the Cranbourne North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 98 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 North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Cranbourne North, VIC are Car Accessories (1972), Personal Property (1446), Cash/Document (1437), Jewellery (1036) and Electrical Appliances (926).
What is the crime rate in Cranbourne North, VIC?
Cranbourne North, VIC has a crime rate of 1667 reported criminal offences.
Is Cranbourne North, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Cranbourne North, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,754 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Cranbourne North, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Cranbourne North, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 837 reported offences.
Has crime in the Cranbourne North, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Cranbourne North, VIC have increased by 29% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Cranbourne North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 371 offenses against persons in Cranbourne North, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Cranbourne North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 784 property crime offenses in Cranbourne North, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Cranbourne North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Cranbourne North, VIC recorded 51 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Cranbourne North (2021)
Cranbourne North is a vibrant suburb with 24683 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 59.7% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1941, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.2%. While 51.6% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Cranbourne North, VIC
If you’re considering living near Cranbourne North , 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)
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- Hampton Park - 1775 offences (0.06805 per 100,000 people)
- Berwick - 3447 offences (0.06853 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne West - 1455 offences (0.07286 per 100,000 people)
- Lynbrook - 710 offences (0.07784 per 100,000 people)
- Junction Village - 82 offences (0.07802 per 100,000 people)
- Narre Warren - 3836 offences (0.13854 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 4575 offences (0.21498 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime shows fluctuations with property offences peaking mid-period then declining, while assaults have generally increased from 2016 to 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently highest each year, reaching 583 incidents in 2026.
- Assault and related offences are the primary violent crimes, rising from 117 in 2016 to a peak of 190 in 2025 before a slight drop.
- A major spike is seen in breaches of orders, doubling from 94 in 2017 to 288 in 2026, indicating increasing non-compliance.
- Rising assaults and breaches suggest growing safety concerns despite some property crime reductions.
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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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