Crime Rates for Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC
As of Year 2025 Jun The Hobsons Bay City Council crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 7927 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,680 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC in 2021 was 91,322. In the last 10 years, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery cannot be calculated due to no residential population. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate also cannot be calculated. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety offences (Stalking and Harassment) cannot be determined because there are no residents. 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 Hobsons Bay City Council for 2025: B Property and deception offences (5455), A Crimes against the person (932), E Justice procedures offences (827).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 7001 | 6323 | 6039 | 6269 | 6106 | 5595 | 6211 | 5640 | 6400 | 7927 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 888 | 933 | 951 | 1018 | 944 | 832 | 903 | 818 | 974 | 932 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 4477 | 3920 | 3718 | 3404 | 3647 | 3020 | 3642 | 3665 | 4018 | 5455 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 293 | 222 | 257 | 386 | 400 | 336 | 360 | 304 | 311 | 306 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 478 | 383 | 432 | 480 | 275 | 282 | 349 | 326 | 358 | 387 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 838 | 820 | 633 | 926 | 745 | 660 | 774 | 499 | 684 | 827 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 27 | 45 | 48 | 55 | 95 | 465 | 183 | 28 | 55 | 20 |
| Offence Division | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 7927 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 38966 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide and related offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Homicide and related offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 577 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 577 | 519 | 11.18% (519) |
| Sexual offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 128 reported cases of Sexual offences. | 128 | 193 | -33.68% (193) |
| Abduction and related offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Abduction and related offences. | 5 | 5 | 0.00% (5) |
| Robbery In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Robbery. | 45 | 36 | 25.00% (36) |
| Blackmail and extortion In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion. | 4 | 2 | 100.00% (2) |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 112 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 112 | 135 | -17.04% (135) |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 61 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 61 | 82 | -25.61% (82) |
| Arson In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 48 reported cases of Arson. | 48 | 24 | 100.00% (24) |
| Property damage In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 617 reported cases of Property damage. | 617 | 620 | -0.48% (620) |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 662 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 662 | 477 | 38.78% (477) |
| Theft In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 3883 reported cases of Theft. | 3883 | 2596 | 49.58% (2596) |
| Deception In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 245 reported cases of Deception. | 245 | 301 | -18.60% (301) |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 33 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 33 | 43 | -23.26% (43) |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 10 | 15 | -33.33% (15) |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 263 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 263 | 253 | 3.95% (253) |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 198 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 198 | 201 | -1.49% (201) |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 89 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 89 | 85 | 4.71% (85) |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 100 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 100 | 72 | 38.89% (72) |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 141 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 141 | 121 | 16.53% (121) |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 686 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 686 | 563 | 21.85% (563) |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 9 | 26 | -65.38% (26) |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 10 | 22 | -54.55% (22) |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% (5) |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Jun), people in 2021Community Snapshot – Hobsons Bay City Council (2021)
Hobsons Bay City Council is a busy suburb with 91322 residents. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.5 people. The median household weekly income is $1972, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.2%. While 65.4% of residents were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest Suburbs in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC
If you’re considering living near Hobsons Bay City Council , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- South Kingsville - 93 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Seaholme - 96 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Seabrook - 149 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Williamstown North - 253 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Brooklyn - 412 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Spotswood - 540 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Altona - 730 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Newport - 900 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Altona Meadows - 1135 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Williamstown - 1394 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Altona North - 1563 offences ( per 100,000 people)
Common FAQ about Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC Criminal
How common is car theft in the Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 530 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC are Cash/Document (9800), Car Accessories (8584), Personal Property (8361), Power Tools (6544) and Tools (6309).
What is the crime rate in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 7927 reported criminal offences.
Is Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC is considered safe, as its crime rate of 8,680 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 5455 reported offences.
Has crime in the Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC have increased by 30% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 932 offenses against persons in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 5210 property crime offenses in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, Hobsons Bay City Council, VIC recorded 306 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
*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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