Crime Rates for Glenroy, VIC
As of Year 2025 Sep The Glenroy (3046) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 2189 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 9,201 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Glenroy, VIC in 2021 was 23,792. In the last 10 years, Glenroy, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 103.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 24.9 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 325.9 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 Glenroy for 2025: B Property and deception offences (1311), A Crimes against the person (385), E Justice procedures offences (275).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 1951 | 1873 | 1994 | 2194 | 2502 | 1787 | 1655 | 2019 | 2100 | 2189 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 351 | 313 | 316 | 417 | 374 | 298 | 288 | 353 | 440 | 385 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 1155 | 1136 | 1184 | 1191 | 1306 | 910 | 932 | 1031 | 1168 | 1311 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 96 | 98 | 120 | 132 | 158 | 128 | 98 | 128 | 117 | 105 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 84 | 102 | 113 | 106 | 137 | 97 | 62 | 108 | 90 | 108 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 260 | 215 | 253 | 342 | 342 | 299 | 269 | 398 | 284 | 275 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 185 | 55 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 2189 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 11324 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 227 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 227 | 220 | 3.18% |
| Robbery In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Robbery. | 3 | 16 | -81.25% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 73 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 73 | 71 | 2.82% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 23 | 24 | -4.17% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 59 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 59 | 109 | -45.87% |
| Arson In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Arson. | 22 | 17 | 29.41% |
| Property damage In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 216 reported cases of Property damage. | 216 | 199 | 8.54% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 127 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 127 | 140 | -9.29% |
| Theft In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 830 reported cases of Theft. | 830 | 703 | 18.07% |
| Deception In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 116 reported cases of Deception. | 116 | 109 | 6.42% |
| Bribery In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 6 | -50.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 9 | 7 | 28.57% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 93 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 93 | 104 | -10.58% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 61 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 61 | 66 | -7.58% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 14 | 11 | 27.27% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 33 | 13 | 153.85% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 67 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 67 | 44 | 52.27% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 208 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 208 | 240 | -13.33% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Glenroy, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Sep), 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 Glenroy, VIC
How common is car theft in the Glenroy, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 78 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 Glenroy, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, the most commonly stolen items in Glenroy, VIC are Jewellery (4130), Cash/Document (3857), Personal Property (3299), Car Accessories (2525) and Electrical Appliances (1911).
What is the crime rate in Glenroy, VIC?
Glenroy, VIC has a crime rate of 2189 reported criminal offences.
Is Glenroy, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Glenroy, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 9,201 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Glenroy, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Glenroy, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1311 reported offences.
Has crime in the Glenroy, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 13% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Glenroy, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 385 offenses against persons in Glenroy, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Glenroy, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 1195 property crime offenses in Glenroy, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Glenroy, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Sep, Glenroy, VIC recorded 105 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Glenroy (2021)
Glenroy is a vibrant suburb with 23792 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 43% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $1655, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.9%. While 50.8% 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 Glenroy, VIC
If you’re considering living near Glenroy , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 64 offences (0.02154 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore Heights - 37 offences (0.03534 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore - 376 offences (0.04187 per 100,000 people)
- Oak Park - 345 offences (0.05139 per 100,000 people)
- Pascoe Vale - 1089 offences (0.05993 per 100,000 people)
- Dallas - 508 offences (0.07513 per 100,000 people)
- Hadfield - 688 offences (0.10975 per 100,000 people)
- Jacana - 257 offences (0.11751 per 100,000 people)
- Broadmeadows - 3932 offences (0.31396 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the last decade, assault offenses generally increased from under 180 cases to above 220 by 2025, indicating a rising trend in violent crime.
- Theft consistently dominates property crimes, fluctuating mostly between 540 and 830 incidents annually, far exceeding burglary and property damage figures.
- Assault and related offences represent the most prevalent violent crime, with numbers roughly doubling since 2015.
- There was a major spike in breaches of orders around 2023, reaching 346 cases compared to about 150–250 in preceding years.
- Despite fluctuations, the persistent rise in both violent and property crimes suggests an overall decline in safety over the period analyzed.
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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