Crime Rates for Dandenong North, VIC
⇌ Compare Dandenong North with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Dandenong North (3175) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1731 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 7,676 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Dandenong North, VIC in 2021 was 22,550. In the last 10 years, Dandenong North, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 129.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 36.9 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 363.7 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 Dandenong North for 2026: B Property and deception offences (864), E Justice procedures offences (375), A Crimes against the person (301).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1741 | 1538 | 1788 | 1405 | 1553 | 1787 | 1239 | 1348 | 1407 | 1653 | 1731 |
| A Crimes against the person | 306 | 324 | 362 | 315 | 278 | 313 | 260 | 291 | 290 | 347 | 301 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1043 | 829 | 856 | 702 | 751 | 749 | 611 | 612 | 604 | 828 | 864 |
| C Drug offences | 55 | 106 | 193 | 89 | 116 | 198 | 73 | 98 | 100 | 99 | 93 |
| D Public order and security offences | 96 | 88 | 117 | 72 | 91 | 88 | 58 | 85 | 64 | 59 | 95 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 239 | 191 | 259 | 225 | 315 | 303 | 228 | 262 | 348 | 318 | 375 |
| F Other offences | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 136 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 1731 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 8449 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 167 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 167 | 208 | -19.71% |
| Robbery In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Robbery. | 7 | 12 | -41.67% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 62 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 62 | 60 | 3.33% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 16 | 21 | -23.81% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 49 | 46 | 6.52% |
| Arson In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Arson. | 10 | 10 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 168 reported cases of Property damage. | 168 | 143 | 17.48% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 112 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 112 | 102 | 9.80% |
| Theft In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 499 reported cases of Theft. | 499 | 512 | -2.54% |
| Deception In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Deception. | 75 | 61 | 22.95% |
| Bribery In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 6 | 9 | -33.33% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 9 | 8 | 12.50% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 78 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 78 | 82 | -4.88% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 65 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 65 | 34 | 91.18% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 15 | 5 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 14 | 19 | -26.32% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 50 | 32 | 56.25% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 325 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 325 | 286 | 13.64% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 1 | 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 Dandenong North, VIC
How common is car theft in the Dandenong North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 82 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 Dandenong North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Dandenong North, VIC are Cash/Document (2151), Car Accessories (2013), Personal Property (1682), Jewellery (1320) and Electrical Appliances (1096).
What is the crime rate in Dandenong North, VIC?
Dandenong North, VIC has a crime rate of 1731 reported criminal offences.
Is Dandenong North, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Dandenong North, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 7,676 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Dandenong North, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Dandenong North, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 864 reported offences.
Has crime in the Dandenong North, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 3% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Dandenong North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 301 offenses against persons in Dandenong North, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Dandenong North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 789 property crime offenses in Dandenong North, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Dandenong North, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Dandenong North, VIC recorded 93 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Dandenong North (2021)
Dandenong North is a vibrant suburb with 22550 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 48.1% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1436, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.2%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 43.4% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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AI Analysis
- Overall crime shows fluctuations with a general decline in property damage and deception offences from mid-2010s to recent years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently highest across the period, peaking near 500-550 incidents annually.
- Assault and related offences lead violent crimes, ranging mostly between 150 and 210 cases, showing some variability but no dramatic trend.
- A marked drop occurred in deception offences from over 200 in 2016 to around 60-75 in recent years, indicating significant improvement.
- Despite fluctuations, the persistence of high theft and assault figures suggests ongoing safety challenges requiring continued attention.
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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