Crime Rates for Frankston South, VIC
⇌ Compare Frankston South with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Frankston South (3199) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 1559 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,292 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Frankston South, VIC in 2021 was 18,801. In the last 10 years, Frankston South, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 175.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 24.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 335.7 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 Frankston South for 2025: B Property and deception offences (909), E Justice procedures offences (266), A Crimes against the person (230).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 601 | 1541 | 1279 | 1100 | 1210 | 1157 | 1065 | 878 | 1161 | 1296 | 1559 |
| A Crimes against the person | 96 | 190 | 219 | 142 | 152 | 126 | 193 | 215 | 207 | 197 | 230 |
| B Property and deception offences | 358 | 1060 | 734 | 694 | 816 | 672 | 510 | 432 | 641 | 783 | 909 |
| C Drug offences | 20 | 102 | 61 | 80 | 48 | 68 | 66 | 21 | 92 | 51 | 76 |
| D Public order and security offences | 28 | 47 | 64 | 29 | 29 | 87 | 42 | 32 | 66 | 36 | 78 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 99 | 140 | 201 | 155 | 165 | 138 | 235 | 177 | 155 | 229 | 266 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 66 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 1559 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 7609 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 106 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 106 | 92 | 15.22% |
| Robbery In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 6 | -83.33% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 56 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 56 | 43 | 30.23% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 23 | 23 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 44 | 33 | 33.33% |
| Arson In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Arson. | 7 | 6 | 16.67% |
| Property damage In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Property damage. | 75 | 119 | -36.97% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 137 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 137 | 180 | -23.89% |
| Theft In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 622 reported cases of Theft. | 622 | 412 | 50.97% |
| Deception In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 68 reported cases of Deception. | 68 | 66 | 3.03% |
| Bribery In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 68 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 68 | 45 | 51.11% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 45 | 20 | 125.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 22 | 10 | 120.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Public security offences. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 26 | 11 | 136.36% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 240 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 240 | 218 | 10.09% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Frankston South, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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.
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FAQ About Crime in Frankston South, VIC
How common is car theft in the Frankston South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 55 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 Frankston South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Frankston South, VIC are Jewellery (1572), Personal Property (1562), Cash/Document (1191), Power Tools (1085) and Tools (965).
What is the crime rate in Frankston South, VIC?
Frankston South, VIC has a crime rate of 1559 reported criminal offences.
Is Frankston South, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Frankston South, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,292 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Frankston South, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Frankston South, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 909 reported offences.
Has crime in the Frankston South, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Frankston South, VIC have increased by 35% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Frankston South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 230 offenses against persons in Frankston South, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Frankston South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 841 property crime offenses in Frankston South, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Frankston South, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Frankston South, VIC recorded 76 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Frankston South (2021)
Frankston South is a vibrant suburb with 18801 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 48.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $2038, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.5%. A majority of people (75.4%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Frankston South, VIC
If you’re considering living near Frankston South , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Mount Eliza - 1205 offences (0.06432 per 100,000 people)
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- Mornington - 4305 offences (0.16713 per 100,000 people)
- Moorooduc - 222 offences (0.22112 per 100,000 people)
- Frankston North - 1585 offences (0.27753 per 100,000 people)
- Baxter - 606 offences (0.27978 per 100,000 people)
- Seaford - 5235 offences (0.30410 per 100,000 people)
- Frankston - 18366 offences (0.49198 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, assault offenses fluctuated significantly, with a notable rise from mid-2010s to early 2020s, peaking around 2023-2025.
- Theft consistently dominated property crimes, showing a gradual increase from 2015 to 2025, despite some dips between 2018 and 2022.
- Assault and related offenses were the leading violent crimes, maintaining higher volumes compared to robbery or stalking.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders, surging sharply around 2017-2025, reflecting increased enforcement or reporting.
- Overall, the data suggests ongoing challenges in personal safety and property security, highlighted by persistent high volumes in theft and assault.
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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