Crime Rates for Diggers Rest, VIC
⇌ Compare Diggers Rest with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Diggers Rest (3427) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 411 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 7,250 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Diggers Rest, VIC in 2021 was 5,669. In the last 10 years, Diggers Rest, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 195.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 28.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 333.5 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 Diggers Rest for 2026: B Property and deception offences (268), A Crimes against the person (67), E Justice procedures offences (35).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 280 | 338 | 309 | 285 | 347 | 398 | 389 | 448 | 452 | 411 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 44 | 33 | 46 | 57 | 46 | 83 | 72 | 54 | 61 | 67 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 170 | 252 | 228 | 172 | 150 | 205 | 165 | 231 | 272 | 268 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 14 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 32 | 17 | 52 | 42 | 18 | 11 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 21 | 41 | 33 | 31 | 29 | 30 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 44 | 31 | 26 | 40 | 87 | 50 | 67 | 90 | 72 | 35 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 411 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 2113 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 28 | 26 | 7.69% |
| Robbery In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 7 | -85.71% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 17 | 11 | 54.55% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 13 | -84.62% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 19 | 4 | 375.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Arson. | 6 | 6 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 46 reported cases of Property damage. | 46 | 36 | 27.78% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 29 | 37 | -21.62% |
| Theft In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 170 reported cases of Theft. | 170 | 191 | -10.99% |
| Deception In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Deception. | 17 | 2 | 750.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 3 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 9 | -88.89% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 7 | 6 | 16.67% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 24 | 24 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 5 | 3 | 66.67% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 4 | 9 | -55.56% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 31 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 31 | 63 | -50.79% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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 Diggers Rest, VIC
How common is car theft in the Diggers Rest, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 37 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 Diggers Rest, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Diggers Rest, VIC are Power Tools (550), Car Accessories (504), Electrical Appliances (480), Tools (402) and Timber/Build Mat (373).
What is the crime rate in Diggers Rest, VIC?
Diggers Rest, VIC has a crime rate of 411 reported criminal offences.
Is Diggers Rest, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Diggers Rest, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 7,250 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Diggers Rest, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Diggers Rest, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 268 reported offences.
Has crime in the Diggers Rest, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Diggers Rest, VIC have increased by 18% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Diggers Rest, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 67 offenses against persons in Diggers Rest, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Diggers Rest, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 251 property crime offenses in Diggers Rest, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Diggers Rest, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Diggers Rest, VIC recorded 11 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Diggers Rest (2021)
Diggers Rest is a quiet suburb with around 5669 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.8% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $1991, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.2%. A majority of people (70.8%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Diggers Rest, VIC
If you’re considering living near Diggers Rest , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Hillside (Melton) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Calder Park - 39 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Sunbury - 2768 offences (0.07125 per 100,000 people)
- Fraser Rise - 684 offences (0.07519 per 100,000 people)
- Plumpton - 8 offences (0.10127 per 100,000 people)
- Bulla - 136 offences (0.20359 per 100,000 people)
- Melton - 2180 offences (0.27411 per 100,000 people)
- Bonnie Brook - 376 offences (1.12913 per 100,000 people)
- Grangefields - 466 offences (3.53030 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period 2016 to 2026, property crimes fluctuated with a general decline in burglary from highs near 86 to 27-51 in recent years, while theft remained the most prevalent property crime, peaking at 188 incidents around 2025.
- Assault and related offences dominate violent crimes, with numbers ranging between 17 and 38 annually, showing some volatility but no clear long-term increase.
- Robbery remains minimal throughout, rarely exceeding single digits, indicating low prevalence compared to assaults.
- A major spike is observed in breaches of orders, rising sharply to 79 in 2025 before decreasing to 39 by 2026, suggesting increased enforcement or reporting changes.
- Overall, despite fluctuations and spikes in specific categories, the dominance of theft and stable assault rates suggest ongoing safety challenges mainly tied to property crime rather than violent crime escalation.
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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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