Crime Rates for Hallam, VIC
⇌ Compare Hallam with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Hallam (3803) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1856 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 16,345 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Hallam, VIC in 2021 was 11,355. In the last 10 years, Hallam, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 84.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 12 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 270.4 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 Hallam for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1247), A Crimes against the person (238), E Justice procedures offences (207).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1095 | 1354 | 999 | 995 | 1037 | 979 | 822 | 978 | 1047 | 1269 | 1856 |
| A Crimes against the person | 158 | 201 | 192 | 196 | 158 | 160 | 151 | 193 | 162 | 194 | 238 |
| B Property and deception offences | 699 | 879 | 552 | 522 | 586 | 504 | 439 | 525 | 658 | 804 | 1247 |
| C Drug offences | 75 | 100 | 94 | 87 | 100 | 79 | 62 | 51 | 64 | 66 | 86 |
| D Public order and security offences | 71 | 72 | 56 | 54 | 71 | 63 | 49 | 58 | 64 | 43 | 76 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 86 | 100 | 105 | 134 | 120 | 116 | 108 | 150 | 98 | 159 | 207 |
| F Other offences | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 57 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 1856 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 7415 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 116 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 116 | 105 | 10.48% |
| Robbery In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Robbery. | 18 | 9 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 42 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 42 | 38 | 10.53% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 29 | 19 | 52.63% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 33 | 23 | 43.48% |
| Arson In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Arson. | 6 | 12 | -50.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 90 reported cases of Property damage. | 90 | 68 | 32.35% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 129 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 129 | 114 | 13.16% |
| Theft In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 818 reported cases of Theft. | 818 | 562 | 45.55% |
| Deception In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 204 reported cases of Deception. | 204 | 48 | 325.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 10 | 13 | -23.08% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 6 | 3 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 70 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 70 | 50 | 40.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 53 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 53 | 26 | 103.85% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 10 | 6 | 66.67% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 11 | 8 | 37.50% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public security offences. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 43 | 35 | 22.86% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 164 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 164 | 124 | 32.26% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Hallam, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 1 | 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). 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Hallam, VIC
How common is car theft in the Hallam, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 138 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 Hallam, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Hallam, VIC are Car Accessories (2225), Cash/Document (1295), Personal Property (1084), Electrical Appliances (905) and Power Tools (813).
What is the crime rate in Hallam, VIC?
Hallam, VIC has a crime rate of 1856 reported criminal offences.
Is Hallam, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Hallam, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 16,345 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Hallam, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Hallam, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1247 reported offences.
Has crime in the Hallam, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Hallam, VIC have increased by 90% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Hallam, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 238 offenses against persons in Hallam, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Hallam, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1043 property crime offenses in Hallam, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Hallam, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Hallam, VIC recorded 86 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Hallam (2021)
Hallam is a vibrant suburb with 11355 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 50.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3 people. The median household weekly income is $1489, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.8%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 41.1% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Hallam, VIC
If you’re considering living near Hallam , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Narre Warren North - 360 offences (0.04482 per 100,000 people)
- Lysterfield South - 53 offences (0.05332 per 100,000 people)
- Endeavour Hills - 1468 offences (0.06003 per 100,000 people)
- Hampton Park - 1775 offences (0.06805 per 100,000 people)
- Lynbrook - 710 offences (0.07784 per 100,000 people)
- Narre Warren - 3836 offences (0.13854 per 100,000 people)
- Eumemmerring - 371 offences (0.16236 per 100,000 people)
- Doveton - 1723 offences (0.17942 per 100,000 people)
- Dandenong South - 1580 offences (12.64000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Assault and related offences show a fluctuating but generally increasing trend from 2016 to 2026, peaking at 119 in 2019 and rising again to 116 in 2026.
- Theft dominates property crimes, with a marked increase from around 317-500 cases (2016-2023) to a sharp rise reaching 818 in 2026.
- Assault is the dominant violent crime, consistently higher than robbery and stalking across the period.
- Burglary experienced a major drop from a high of 234 in 2017 down to 47 in 2022, before rebounding to 129 in 2026.
- The significant increases in theft and assault suggest a growing challenge to overall safety despite some fluctuations in other offence types.
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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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