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Crime Rates for Hadfield, VIC

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As of the March 2026 data release, The Hadfield (3046) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 1287 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 20,530 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Hadfield, VIC in 2021 was 6,269. In the last 10 years, Hadfield, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 68.9 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 12.6 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 114 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 Hadfield for 2025: B Property and deception offences (782), E Justice procedures offences (193), A Crimes against the person (178).

Crime offences in Hadfield, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total54111331099119413189398281033113411661287
A Crimes against the person84221120137216136133294162199178
B Property and deception offences310557559628666483404452536604782
C Drug offences27664776967259731378974
D Public order and security offences2170476266283357524955
E Justice procedures offences99217326291274174181157247222193
F Other offences0200046180035

In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 1287 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 5981 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 88 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
88125-29.60%
Robbery
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Robbery.
3250.00%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
554814.58%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
711-36.36%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of crimes against the person.
251392.31%
Arson
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Arson.
910-10.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 106 reported cases of Property damage.
1069116.48%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 81 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
8139107.69%
Theft
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 418 reported cases of Theft.
41834022.94%
Deception
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 168 reported cases of Deception.
16812435.48%
Bribery
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
3250.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
48-50.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 67 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
6779-15.19%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
373023.33%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
68-25.00%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
12119.09%
Public security offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences.
000.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Justice procedures.
2469-65.22%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 169 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
16915310.46%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
000.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
42100.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Hadfield, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
110.00%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), people in 2021

Crime 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 Hadfield, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Hadfield, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 33 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 Hadfield, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Hadfield, VIC are Cash/Document (900), Personal Property (832), Jewellery (758), Car Accessories (547) and Power Tools (420).

  • What is the crime rate in Hadfield, VIC?

    Hadfield, VIC has a crime rate of 1287 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Hadfield, VIC a safe suburb?

    Based on official statistics, Hadfield, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 20,530 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Hadfield, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Hadfield, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 782 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Hadfield, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Hadfield, VIC have increased by 37% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Hadfield, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 178 offenses against persons in Hadfield, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Hadfield, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 614 property crime offenses in Hadfield, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Hadfield, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, Hadfield, VIC recorded 74 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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AI Analysis

  • Over the last decade, assault and related offences fluctuated but generally ranged between 70 and 135 incidents annually, with recent years showing a moderate decline.
  • Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high with counts mostly between 200 and 400, peaking notably in earlier years before a gradual reduction since 2021.
  • Assault is the primary violent crime category, significantly outnumbering robbery and other violent offences throughout the period.
  • A major spike occurred in "Other crimes against the person" in 2022, rising sharply to 115 from an average around 15 in surrounding years.
  • Overall safety trends suggest persistent challenges in property crime and assaults, with some volatility but no sustained improvements in recent years.

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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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