Crime Rates for Gardenvale, VIC
⇌ Compare Gardenvale with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Gardenvale (3185) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 151 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 14,818 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Gardenvale, VIC in 2021 was 1,019. In the last 10 years, Gardenvale, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 145.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 13.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 169.8 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 Gardenvale for 2025: B Property and deception offences (102), A Crimes against the person (28), E Justice procedures offences (14).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 41 | 79 | 67 | 91 | 134 | 143 | 144 | 106 | 230 | 192 | 151 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 9 | 26 | 19 | 27 | 16 | 28 |
| B Property and deception offences | 32 | 69 | 58 | 66 | 87 | 77 | 66 | 72 | 144 | 134 | 102 |
| C Drug offences | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| D Public order and security offences | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 33 | 36 | 11 | 46 | 34 | 14 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 151 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 907 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 7 | 12 | -41.67% |
| Robbery In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 11 | 3 | 266.67% |
| Arson In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Property damage. | 25 | 15 | 66.67% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 10 | 22 | -54.55% |
| Theft In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 66 reported cases of Theft. | 66 | 79 | -16.46% |
| Deception In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Deception. | 1 | 18 | -94.44% |
| Bribery In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 10 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 14 | 24 | -41.67% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Gardenvale, 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 Gardenvale, VIC
How common is car theft in the Gardenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 5 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 Gardenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Gardenvale, VIC are Car Accessories (91), Cash/Document (78), Power Tools (76), Personal Property (70) and Tools (52).
What is the crime rate in Gardenvale, VIC?
Gardenvale, VIC has a crime rate of 151 reported criminal offences.
Is Gardenvale, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Gardenvale, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 14,818 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Gardenvale, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Gardenvale, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 102 reported offences.
Has crime in the Gardenvale, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Gardenvale, VIC have increased by 6% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Gardenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 28 offenses against persons in Gardenvale, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Gardenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 101 property crime offenses in Gardenvale, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Gardenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Gardenvale, VIC recorded 4 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Gardenvale (2021)
Gardenvale is a quiet suburb with around 1019 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 51.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.1 people. The median household weekly income is $1708, though the unemployment rate stands at 5%. While 68.3% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Gardenvale, VIC
If you’re considering living near Gardenvale , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Caulfield South - 1041 offences (0.08444 per 100,000 people)
- Brighton East - 1565 offences (0.09339 per 100,000 people)
- Caulfield North - 1829 offences (0.10821 per 100,000 people)
- Brighton - 3061 offences (0.13164 per 100,000 people)
- Elsternwick - 1535 offences (0.14099 per 100,000 people)
- Ripponlea - 219 offences (0.14295 per 100,000 people)
- Elwood - 2182 offences (0.14400 per 100,000 people)
- Caulfield - 843 offences (0.14666 per 100,000 people)
- Balaclava - 1624 offences (0.30119 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the last decade, total crime shows fluctuations with a notable increase in property crimes from mid-2010s to early 2020s, followed by some decline or stabilization.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking sharply around 2022-2024 with counts rising from under 40 to over 100 cases before slightly declining in 2025.
- Assault and related offences are the leading violent crime type, with numbers generally increasing from low single digits in early years to a peak around 2023, then decreasing somewhat in 2024-2025.
- A major spike occurred in deception offences around 2021-2024, jumping from single digits to over 20 cases, indicating emerging risks in fraud-related crimes.
- Overall, rising property crime, especially theft, and persistent assault rates suggest ongoing safety concerns requiring focused prevention efforts.
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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