Crime Rates for Gladstone Park, VIC
⇌ Compare Gladstone Park with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Gladstone Park (3043) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 516 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,283 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Gladstone Park, VIC in 2021 was 8,213. In the last 10 years, Gladstone Park, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 167.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 37.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 513.3 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 Gladstone Park for 2026: B Property and deception offences (285), E Justice procedures offences (102), A Crimes against the person (90).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 588 | 604 | 406 | 642 | 736 | 499 | 354 | 367 | 476 | 592 | 516 |
| A Crimes against the person | 84 | 67 | 90 | 96 | 133 | 87 | 103 | 69 | 66 | 108 | 90 |
| B Property and deception offences | 359 | 443 | 236 | 406 | 408 | 232 | 158 | 203 | 270 | 364 | 285 |
| C Drug offences | 40 | 27 | 19 | 50 | 47 | 32 | 7 | 12 | 16 | 23 | 25 |
| D Public order and security offences | 32 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 35 | 28 | 11 | 27 | 32 | 16 | 14 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 73 | 55 | 49 | 76 | 112 | 89 | 74 | 55 | 92 | 81 | 102 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 516 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 3364 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 48 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 48 | 36 | 33.33% |
| Robbery In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 16 | 18 | -11.11% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 6 | 9 | -33.33% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 19 | 44 | -56.82% |
| Arson In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 9 | -77.78% |
| Property damage In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Property damage. | 38 | 33 | 15.15% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 19 | 25 | -24.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 198 reported cases of Theft. | 198 | 273 | -27.47% |
| Deception In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Deception. | 28 | 24 | 16.67% |
| Bribery In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 4 | 2 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 19 | 20 | -5.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 10 | 11 | -9.09% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 5 | -60.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 10 | 5 | 100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 92 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 92 | 76 | 21.05% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Gladstone Park, 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). 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 Gladstone Park, VIC
How common is car theft in the Gladstone Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 19 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 Gladstone Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Gladstone Park, VIC are Car Accessories (684), Power Tools (620), Cash/Document (550), Jewellery (542) and Personal Property (506).
What is the crime rate in Gladstone Park, VIC?
Gladstone Park, VIC has a crime rate of 516 reported criminal offences.
Is Gladstone Park, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Gladstone Park, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,283 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Gladstone Park, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Gladstone Park, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 285 reported offences.
Has crime in the Gladstone Park, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Gladstone Park, VIC have increased by 3% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Gladstone Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 90 offenses against persons in Gladstone Park, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Gladstone Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 257 property crime offenses in Gladstone Park, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Gladstone Park, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Gladstone Park, VIC recorded 25 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Gladstone Park (2021)
Gladstone Park is a quiet suburb with around 8213 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 43.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $1452, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.2%. While 61.5% 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 Gladstone Park, VIC
If you’re considering living near Gladstone Park , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 56 offences (0.01885 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore Heights - 34 offences (0.03247 per 100,000 people)
- Attwood - 121 offences (0.03657 per 100,000 people)
- Oak Park - 288 offences (0.04290 per 100,000 people)
- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
- Glenroy - 2141 offences (0.08999 per 100,000 people)
- Jacana - 225 offences (0.10288 per 100,000 people)
- Airport West - 1100 offences (0.13459 per 100,000 people)
- Tullamarine - 1139 offences (0.16917 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime levels show fluctuations, with property and deception offences generally higher than violent crimes over the period 2016-2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking around 2019-2020 and showing variable decreases thereafter but remaining significantly above other property crimes.
- Assault and related offences constitute the primary violent crime type, with numbers fluctuating but trending downward from a spike in 2020 to lower levels by 2026.
- A major spike occurred in assault cases in 2020, nearly doubling previous years, followed by a notable decline in subsequent years.
- The data suggests ongoing safety concerns primarily due to persistent high theft rates and sporadic violent crime spikes, impacting overall community security.
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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