Crime Rates for Foster, VIC
⇌ Compare Foster with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Foster (3960) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 265 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 12,965 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Foster, VIC in 2021 was 2,044. In the last 10 years, Foster, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 204.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 11.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 185.8 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 Foster for 2026: B Property and deception offences (198), E Justice procedures offences (34), A Crimes against the person (26).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 54 | 65 | 63 | 113 | 62 | 91 | 87 | 102 | 88 | 191 | 265 |
| A Crimes against the person | 19 | 25 | 15 | 25 | 14 | 25 | 17 | 34 | 23 | 40 | 26 |
| B Property and deception offences | 28 | 24 | 22 | 77 | 33 | 29 | 45 | 35 | 38 | 60 | 198 |
| C Drug offences | 4 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 2 |
| D Public order and security offences | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 1 | 7 | 22 | 3 | 10 | 26 | 21 | 25 | 15 | 82 | 34 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 265 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 589 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 10 | 26 | -61.54% |
| Robbery In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 11 | 9 | 22.22% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Property damage. | 15 | 14 | 7.14% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 13 | 9 | 44.44% |
| Theft In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 161 reported cases of Theft. | 161 | 32 | 403.13% |
| Deception In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Deception. | 7 | 5 | 40.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 1 | 9 | -88.89% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 4 | -50.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 32 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 32 | 78 | -58.97% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Foster, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Foster, 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). 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 Foster, VIC
How common is car theft in the Foster, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 7 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 Foster, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Foster, VIC are Power Tools (164), Tools (143), Cash/Document (67), Electrical Appliances (61) and Garden Items (58).
What is the crime rate in Foster, VIC?
Foster, VIC has a crime rate of 265 reported criminal offences.
Is Foster, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Foster, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 12,965 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Foster, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Foster, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 198 reported offences.
Has crime in the Foster, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Foster, VIC have increased by 191% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Foster, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 26 offenses against persons in Foster, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Foster, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 191 property crime offenses in Foster, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Foster, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Foster, VIC recorded 2 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Foster (2021)
Foster is a quiet suburb with around 2044 people. While families are part of the community, only about 27% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2 people. The median household weekly income is $975, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.6%. A majority of people (76.1%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Foster, VIC
If you’re considering living near Foster , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Dollar - 2 offences (0.03279 per 100,000 people)
- Bennison - 2 offences (0.04762 per 100,000 people)
- Port Franklin - 10 offences (0.05747 per 100,000 people)
- Foster North - 9 offences (0.05921 per 100,000 people)
- Woorarra West - 3 offences (0.06250 per 100,000 people)
- Toora - 75 offences (0.10519 per 100,000 people)
- Wonga - 6 offences (0.13636 per 100,000 people)
- Turtons Creek - 6 offences (0.18182 per 100,000 people)
- Boolarong - 3 offences (0.60000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, total crime shows fluctuations with some categories spiking sharply in recent years, notably theft in 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, surging dramatically to 161 incidents in 2026 after relatively low counts in prior years, while burglary and property damage remain steady.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crime category, generally varying between 5 and 26 incidents annually without a consistent long-term trend.
- A major spike occurred in theft incidents in 2026, far exceeding previous years' figures, indicating a significant recent increase in property crime risk.
- Despite variable violent crime levels, the pronounced rise in theft suggests growing safety concerns related to property offences in the latest period.
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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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