Crime Rates for Greenvale, VIC
⇌ Compare Greenvale with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Greenvale (3059) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 968 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,550 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Greenvale, VIC in 2021 was 21,274. In the last 10 years, Greenvale, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 193.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 55.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 494.7 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 Greenvale for 2026: B Property and deception offences (508), A Crimes against the person (212), E Justice procedures offences (147).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 669 | 810 | 735 | 735 | 738 | 912 | 685 | 611 | 766 | 1029 | 968 |
| A Crimes against the person | 99 | 83 | 126 | 124 | 150 | 131 | 116 | 108 | 116 | 186 | 212 |
| B Property and deception offences | 496 | 596 | 458 | 414 | 442 | 409 | 368 | 348 | 444 | 623 | 508 |
| C Drug offences | 25 | 51 | 31 | 38 | 60 | 80 | 48 | 31 | 52 | 42 | 56 |
| D Public order and security offences | 16 | 36 | 32 | 51 | 25 | 45 | 26 | 33 | 51 | 37 | 38 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 31 | 41 | 88 | 108 | 60 | 158 | 115 | 91 | 103 | 140 | 147 |
| F Other offences | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 89 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 968 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 5106 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 108 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 108 | 64 | 68.75% |
| Robbery In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Robbery. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 43 | 47 | -8.51% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 29 | 7 | 314.29% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 30 | 68 | -55.88% |
| Arson In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Arson. | 18 | 10 | 80.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of Property damage. | 69 | 57 | 21.05% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 71 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 71 | 97 | -26.80% |
| Theft In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 313 reported cases of Theft. | 313 | 415 | -24.58% |
| Deception In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Deception. | 37 | 44 | -15.91% |
| Bribery In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 5 | 7 | -28.57% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 49 | 33 | 48.48% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 25 | 29 | -13.79% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 9 | 4 | 125.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 49 | 35 | 40.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 98 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 98 | 105 | -6.67% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Greenvale, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Greenvale, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel mostly safe living in Greenvale, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Greenvale, VIC
How common is car theft in the Greenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 74 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 Greenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Greenvale, VIC are Jewellery (2004), Personal Property (1496), Power Tools (1218), Electrical Appliances (1198) and Cash/Document (1078).
What is the crime rate in Greenvale, VIC?
Greenvale, VIC has a crime rate of 968 reported criminal offences.
Is Greenvale, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Greenvale, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,550 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Greenvale, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Greenvale, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 508 reported offences.
Has crime in the Greenvale, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Greenvale, VIC have increased by 6% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Greenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 212 offenses against persons in Greenvale, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Greenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 471 property crime offenses in Greenvale, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Greenvale, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Greenvale, VIC recorded 56 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Greenvale (2021)
Greenvale is a vibrant suburb with 21274 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 60% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.2 people. The median household weekly income is $2262, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.9%. While 63.3% 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 Greenvale, VIC
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- Attwood - 121 offences (0.03657 per 100,000 people)
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- Gladstone Park - 516 offences (0.06283 per 100,000 people)
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- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
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- Coolaroo - 725 offences (0.22706 per 100,000 people)
- Melbourne Airport - 1178 offences (18.40625 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences show an overall upward trend, peaking significantly in 2026 with 108 incidents compared to 40 in 2017.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high with fluctuations between 197 and 415 incidents annually, showing a decline after 2025's peak.
- Assault constitutes the primary violent crime, notably increasing over recent years and surpassing other violent offences by a wide margin.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders around 2021, reaching 137 incidents before declining to 98 in 2026.
- The rise in assaults combined with sustained high theft levels indicates ongoing challenges to public safety despite some reductions in other offence categories.
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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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