Crime Rates for Cranbourne, VIC
⇌ Compare Cranbourne with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Cranbourne (3977) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 9050 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 42,526 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Cranbourne, VIC in 2021 was 21,281. In the last 10 years, Cranbourne, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 21.3 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 6.1 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 68.6 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 for 2025: B Property and deception offences (4605), A Crimes against the person (1759), E Justice procedures offences (1555).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2838 | 6625 | 6704 | 5653 | 6603 | 6935 | 5431 | 5564 | 6328 | 6954 | 9050 |
| A Crimes against the person | 481 | 1020 | 1050 | 1067 | 1069 | 1145 | 1113 | 1070 | 1234 | 1327 | 1759 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1669 | 3870 | 3914 | 2791 | 3889 | 2866 | 2414 | 2652 | 3171 | 3716 | 4605 |
| C Drug offences | 152 | 354 | 268 | 379 | 313 | 628 | 370 | 436 | 428 | 471 | 565 |
| D Public order and security offences | 166 | 341 | 373 | 279 | 281 | 427 | 300 | 328 | 295 | 304 | 558 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 366 | 1027 | 1091 | 1135 | 1049 | 1180 | 1081 | 1060 | 1194 | 1124 | 1555 |
| F Other offences | 4 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 689 | 153 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 8 |
In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 9050 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 35557 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 917 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 917 | 695 | 31.94% |
| Robbery In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 83 reported cases of Robbery. | 83 | 68 | 22.06% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 310 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 310 | 194 | 59.79% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 112 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 112 | 121 | -7.44% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 337 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 337 | 249 | 35.34% |
| Arson In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 57 reported cases of Arson. | 57 | 30 | 90.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 730 reported cases of Property damage. | 730 | 591 | 23.52% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 451 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 451 | 403 | 11.91% |
| Theft In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 3056 reported cases of Theft. | 3056 | 2375 | 28.67% |
| Deception In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 311 reported cases of Deception. | 311 | 317 | -1.89% |
| Bribery In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 43 | 75 | -42.67% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 50 | 47 | 6.38% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 472 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 472 | 349 | 35.24% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 404 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 404 | 197 | 105.08% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 86 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 86 | 60 | 43.33% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 57 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 57 | 40 | 42.50% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Public security offences. | 11 | 7 | 57.14% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 172 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 172 | 166 | 3.61% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 1383 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 1383 | 958 | 44.36% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 4 | 9 | -55.56% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Cranbourne, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very unsafe living in Cranbourne, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Cranbourne, VIC
How common is car theft in the Cranbourne, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 214 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Cranbourne, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Cranbourne, VIC are Car Accessories (3980), Cash/Document (3065), Personal Property (2571), Electrical Appliances (2074) and Power Tools (1698).
What is the crime rate in Cranbourne, VIC?
Cranbourne, VIC has a crime rate of 9050 reported criminal offences.
Is Cranbourne, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Cranbourne, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 42,526 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Cranbourne, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Cranbourne, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 4605 reported offences.
Has crime in the Cranbourne, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Cranbourne, VIC have increased by 30% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Cranbourne, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 1759 offenses against persons in Cranbourne, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Cranbourne, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 4294 property crime offenses in Cranbourne, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Cranbourne, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Cranbourne, VIC recorded 565 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Cranbourne (2021)
Cranbourne is a vibrant suburb with 21281 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 45.2% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1477, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.6%. While 59.1% 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, VIC
If you’re considering living near Cranbourne , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Botanic Ridge - 696 offences (0.10328 per 100,000 people)
- Lyndhurst - 980 offences (0.10979 per 100,000 people)
- Skye - 907 offences (0.11214 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne East - 2979 offences (0.12071 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne North - 3476 offences (0.14083 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne West - 2968 offences (0.14863 per 100,000 people)
- Lynbrook - 1375 offences (0.15075 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne South - 489 offences (0.15088 per 100,000 people)
- Junction Village - 191 offences (0.18173 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2015 to 2025, assault and related offences have shown a general upward trend, increasing from 252 incidents in 2015 to 917 in 2025.
- Theft stands out as the dominant property crime, peaking at 3,056 incidents in 2025 after rising steadily from 874 in 2015.
- Assault and related offences also represent the main violent crime category, consistently having higher counts than robbery or stalking.
- A major spike is evident in breaches of orders, which surged from 339 incidents in 2015 to 1,383 in 2025, indicating increased enforcement or reporting.
- The overall increase in both property and violent crimes, particularly theft and assault, highlights growing safety concerns over the decade.
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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