Crime Rates for Cranbourne South, VIC
As of the March 2026 data release, The Cranbourne South (3977) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 489 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 15,088 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Cranbourne South, VIC in 2021 was 3,241. In the last 10 years, Cranbourne South, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 50.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 16.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 115.8 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 South for 2025: B Property and deception offences (261), A Crimes against the person (112), E Justice procedures offences (69).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 85 | 151 | 134 | 160 | 211 | 236 | 279 | 361 | 392 | 452 | 489 |
| A Crimes against the person | 14 | 7 | 32 | 42 | 25 | 16 | 39 | 43 | 52 | 70 | 112 |
| B Property and deception offences | 42 | 107 | 70 | 86 | 133 | 161 | 175 | 235 | 256 | 284 | 261 |
| C Drug offences | 5 | 7 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 4 | 18 |
| D Public order and security offences | 18 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 26 | 12 | 16 | 13 | 28 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 6 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 30 | 49 | 28 | 59 | 57 | 80 | 69 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 489 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 1810 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 64 | 35 | 82.86% |
| Robbery In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 28 | 24 | 16.67% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 15 | 11 | 36.36% |
| Arson In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Property damage. | 50 | 45 | 11.11% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 39 | 45 | -13.33% |
| Theft In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 161 reported cases of Theft. | 161 | 166 | -3.01% |
| Deception In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Deception. | 8 | 24 | -66.67% |
| Bribery In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 5 | 1 | 400.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 11 | 3 | 266.67% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 15 | 8 | 87.50% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 5 | 4 | 25.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 64 | 76 | -15.79% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Cranbourne South, 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 Cranbourne South, VIC
How common is car theft in the Cranbourne South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 19 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 South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Cranbourne South, VIC are Timber/Build Mat (194), Power Tools (182), Cash/Document (169), Electrical Appliances (154) and Car Accessories (142).
What is the crime rate in Cranbourne South, VIC?
Cranbourne South, VIC has a crime rate of 489 reported criminal offences.
Is Cranbourne South, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Cranbourne South, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 15,088 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Cranbourne South, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Cranbourne South, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 261 reported offences.
Has crime in the Cranbourne South, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Cranbourne South, VIC have increased by 107% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Cranbourne South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 112 offenses against persons in Cranbourne South, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Cranbourne South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 253 property crime offenses in Cranbourne South, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Cranbourne South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Cranbourne South, VIC recorded 18 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Cranbourne South (2021)
Cranbourne South is a quiet suburb with around 3241 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 50.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2278, though the unemployment rate stands at 2.9%. A majority of people (72.8%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Cranbourne South, VIC
If you’re considering living near Cranbourne South , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Pearcedale - 346 offences (0.08948 per 100,000 people)
- Langwarrin - 2191 offences (0.09289 per 100,000 people)
- Botanic Ridge - 696 offences (0.10328 per 100,000 people)
- Skye - 907 offences (0.11214 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne East - 2979 offences (0.12071 per 100,000 people)
- Devon Meadows - 228 offences (0.14700 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne West - 2968 offences (0.14863 per 100,000 people)
- Junction Village - 191 offences (0.18173 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 9050 offences (0.42526 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the last decade, total crime generally increased, with notable rises in assault and theft from 2015 through 2025.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, rising sharply from around 22 cases in 2015 to over 160 by 2025, showing consistent growth especially after 2018.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crimes, escalating steeply from single digits in early years to 64 incidents by 2025.
- A major spike occurred in assaults between 2020 and 2025, more than tripling from 16 to 64 cases, indicating a significant surge in violence.
- Overall, the data suggest a worsening safety environment due to increasing violent assaults and thefts, requiring targeted interventions.
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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