Crime Rates for Jacana, VIC
⇌ Compare Jacana with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Jacana (3047) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 225 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 10,288 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Jacana, VIC in 2021 was 2,187. In the last 10 years, Jacana, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 75.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 36.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 437.4 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 Jacana for 2026: B Property and deception offences (93), E Justice procedures offences (71), A Crimes against the person (49).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 343 | 347 | 344 | 440 | 322 | 347 | 205 | 246 | 203 | 214 | 225 |
| A Crimes against the person | 65 | 55 | 56 | 53 | 49 | 51 | 56 | 56 | 45 | 42 | 49 |
| B Property and deception offences | 173 | 159 | 183 | 254 | 151 | 173 | 75 | 125 | 107 | 116 | 93 |
| C Drug offences | 20 | 42 | 29 | 40 | 30 | 22 | 15 | 17 | 10 | 10 | 6 |
| D Public order and security offences | 22 | 36 | 27 | 31 | 17 | 12 | 11 | 22 | 11 | 15 | 6 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 63 | 54 | 48 | 61 | 75 | 30 | 44 | 26 | 30 | 30 | 71 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 59 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 225 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 1609 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 28 | 21 | 33.33% |
| Robbery In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 5 | 8 | -37.50% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 8 | 10 | -20.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Property damage. | 21 | 22 | -4.55% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 7 | 8 | -12.50% |
| Theft In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 53 reported cases of Theft. | 53 | 58 | -8.62% |
| Deception In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Deception. | 12 | 25 | -52.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 5 | 10 | -50.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 1 | 11 | -90.91% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 7 | 5 | 40.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 64 | 25 | 156.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Jacana, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -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). 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 Jacana, VIC
How common is car theft in the Jacana, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 8 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 Jacana, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Jacana, VIC are Cash/Document (353), Jewellery (286), Car Accessories (285), Personal Property (229) and Power Tools (186).
What is the crime rate in Jacana, VIC?
Jacana, VIC has a crime rate of 225 reported criminal offences.
Is Jacana, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Jacana, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 10,288 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Jacana, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Jacana, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 93 reported offences.
Has crime in the Jacana, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 35% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Jacana, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 49 offenses against persons in Jacana, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Jacana, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 81 property crime offenses in Jacana, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Jacana, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Jacana, VIC recorded 6 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Jacana (2021)
Jacana is a quiet suburb with around 2187 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 42.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $1387, though the unemployment rate stands at 8.3%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 47.4% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Jacana, VIC
If you’re considering living near Jacana , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 56 offences (0.01885 per 100,000 people)
- Strathmore Heights - 34 offences (0.03247 per 100,000 people)
- Attwood - 121 offences (0.03657 per 100,000 people)
- Oak Park - 288 offences (0.04290 per 100,000 people)
- Gladstone Park - 516 offences (0.06283 per 100,000 people)
- Westmeadows - 473 offences (0.07275 per 100,000 people)
- Dallas - 578 offences (0.08548 per 100,000 people)
- Glenroy - 2141 offences (0.08999 per 100,000 people)
- Broadmeadows - 3869 offences (0.30893 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime trends show fluctuations with some categories like theft and property damage experiencing peaks and declines but no consistent long-term increase or decrease.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, ranging from about 48 to 146 incidents annually, showing a substantial spike around 2019-2021 before declining.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, averaging around 22 to 33 incidents yearly without dramatic shifts.
- A major spike is evident in breaches of orders, surging sharply to 64 in 2026 from lower figures in preceding years.
- Despite some volatility, the data suggest a relatively stable safety environment with specific concerns around breaches of orders and theft-related crimes.
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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