Crime Rates for Junction Village, VIC
⇌ Compare Junction Village with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Junction Village (3977) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 85 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,088 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Junction Village, VIC in 2021 was 1,051. In the last 10 years, Junction Village, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 87.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 43.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 350.3 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 Junction Village for 2026: B Property and deception offences (31), A Crimes against the person (26), E Justice procedures offences (23).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 29 | 18 | 26 | 52 | 39 | 54 | 73 | 76 | 88 | 85 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 26 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 18 | 9 | 16 | 25 | 13 | 29 | 42 | 57 | 50 | 31 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 7 | 20 | 23 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 85 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 290 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 12 | 4 | 200.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 3 | 5 | -40.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 10 | 1 | 900.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Property damage. | 4 | 8 | -50.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 3 | 10 | -70.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Theft. | 21 | 28 | -25.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Deception. | 3 | 4 | -25.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 23 | 19 | 21.05% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Junction Village, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Jun), 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 Junction Village, VIC
How common is car theft in the Junction Village, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 3 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 Junction Village, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Junction Village, VIC are Power Tools (104), Electrical Appliances (98), Car Accessories (78), Tools (60) and Timber/Build Mat (56).
What is the crime rate in Junction Village, VIC?
Junction Village, VIC has a crime rate of 85 reported criminal offences.
Is Junction Village, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Junction Village, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,088 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Junction Village, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Junction Village, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 31 reported offences.
Has crime in the Junction Village, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Junction Village, VIC have increased by 118% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Junction Village, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 26 offenses against persons in Junction Village, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Junction Village, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 28 property crime offenses in Junction Village, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Junction Village, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Junction Village, VIC recorded 2 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Junction Village (2021)
Junction Village is a quiet suburb with around 1051 people. While families are part of the community, only about 32.8% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1080, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.6%. A majority of people (77.5%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Junction Village, VIC
If you’re considering living near Junction Village , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Pearcedale - 173 offences (0.04474 per 100,000 people)
- Botanic Ridge - 325 offences (0.04823 per 100,000 people)
- Devon Meadows - 94 offences (0.06061 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne East - 1605 offences (0.06504 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne North - 1706 offences (0.06912 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne South - 226 offences (0.06973 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne West - 1455 offences (0.07286 per 100,000 people)
- Clyde - 1142 offences (0.10217 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 4575 offences (0.21498 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Overall crime levels have fluctuated over the years, with notable increases in recent periods, especially from 2023 to 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently higher than burglary and property damage, peaking notably between 2024 and 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime type, showing variability but a general upward trend recently.
- A major spike occurred in breaches of orders offences, rising sharply from low single digits before 2022 to over 20 by 2026.
- These trends suggest growing challenges in public safety, driven largely by increased theft and order breaches, with violent crimes also rising moderately.
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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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