Crime Rates for Creswick, VIC
⇌ Compare Creswick with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Creswick (3363) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 313 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 9,546 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Creswick, VIC in 2021 was 3,279. In the last 10 years, Creswick, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 156.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 17.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 3279 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 Creswick for 2026: B Property and deception offences (235), A Crimes against the person (34), D Public order and security offences (20).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 57 | 323 | 277 | 221 | 311 | 187 | 198 | 188 | 221 | 280 | 313 |
| A Crimes against the person | 15 | 56 | 49 | 39 | 56 | 34 | 25 | 29 | 33 | 38 | 34 |
| B Property and deception offences | 24 | 212 | 170 | 142 | 198 | 91 | 109 | 110 | 158 | 205 | 235 |
| C Drug offences | 15 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| D Public order and security offences | 3 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 19 | 20 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 40 | 50 | 32 | 49 | 42 | 36 | 28 | 11 | 15 | 18 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 313 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 1654 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 21 | 24 | -12.50% |
| Robbery In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 11 | 8 | 37.50% |
| Arson In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson. | 3 | 6 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Property damage. | 30 | 16 | 87.50% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 37 | 38 | -2.63% |
| Theft In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 153 reported cases of Theft. | 153 | 141 | 8.51% |
| Deception In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Deception. | 12 | 4 | 200.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 6 | 3 | 100.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 18 | 9 | 100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 9 | -77.78% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 4 | 5 | -20.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 14 | 10 | 40.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Creswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Creswick, 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 Creswick, VIC
How common is car theft in the Creswick, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 18 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 Creswick, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Creswick, VIC are Cash/Document (332), Car Accessories (280), Power Tools (279), Personal Property (265) and Tools (225).
What is the crime rate in Creswick, VIC?
Creswick, VIC has a crime rate of 313 reported criminal offences.
Is Creswick, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Creswick, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 9,546 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Creswick, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Creswick, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 235 reported offences.
Has crime in the Creswick, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Creswick, VIC have increased by 67% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Creswick, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 34 offenses against persons in Creswick, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Creswick, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 223 property crime offenses in Creswick, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Creswick, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Creswick, VIC recorded 6 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Creswick (2021)
Creswick is a quiet suburb with around 3279 people. While families are part of the community, only about 34.7% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1144, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.8%. A majority of people (80.9%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Creswick, VIC
If you’re considering living near Creswick , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Chapel Flat - 1 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Creswick North - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Broomfield - 1 offences (0.00469 per 100,000 people)
- Sulky - 2 offences (0.00855 per 100,000 people)
- Allendale - 3 offences (0.01622 per 100,000 people)
- Smokeytown - 1 offences (0.03125 per 100,000 people)
- Springmount - 6 offences (0.03261 per 100,000 people)
- Bald Hills - 9 offences (0.07895 per 100,000 people)
- Cabbage Tree - 4 offences (0.40000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime shows fluctuating trends with notable rises in recent years, especially in property-related offences.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking at 153 incidents in 2026, showing a general upward trajectory since 2021 after previous declines.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crimes, ranging between 11 and 31 incidents annually, with no clear sustained increase or decrease.
- A major spike occurred in burglary/break and enter from 2016 to 2020, reaching 40 incidents, followed by a dip then resurgence around 2024-2026.
- The data suggests rising property crime challenges impacting community safety, while violent crime rates remain somewhat stable but require ongoing monitoring.
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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