Crime Rates for Launching Place, VIC
⇌ Compare Launching Place with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Launching Place (3139) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 132 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,291 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Launching Place, VIC in 2021 was 2,495. In the last 10 years, Launching Place, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 146.8 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 86 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 311.9 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 Launching Place for 2026: E Justice procedures offences (50), B Property and deception offences (47), A Crimes against the person (29).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 71 | 122 | 111 | 112 | 85 | 91 | 148 | 80 | 64 | 132 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 17 | 13 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 31 | 16 | 16 | 29 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 36 | 49 | 65 | 46 | 32 | 47 | 53 | 41 | 34 | 47 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 21 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 10 | 48 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 50 | 22 | 10 | 50 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 132 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 450 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 17 | 5 | 240.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 8 | 7 | 14.29% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Arson In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Property damage In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Property damage. | 12 | 5 | 140.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 6 | 4 | 50.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Theft. | 23 | 21 | 9.52% |
| Deception In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Deception. | 4 | 1 | 300.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 50 | 9 | 455.56% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Launching Place, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Launching Place, 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 Launching Place, VIC
How common is car theft in the Launching Place, VIC?
Motor vehicle theft does not occur in the Launching Place, VIC.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Launching Place, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Launching Place, VIC are Power Tools (80), Cash/Document (76), Personal Property (46), Tools (44) and Car Accessories (43).
What is the crime rate in Launching Place, VIC?
Launching Place, VIC has a crime rate of 132 reported criminal offences.
Is Launching Place, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Launching Place, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,291 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Launching Place, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Launching Place, VIC was E Justice procedures offences with 50 reported offences.
Has crime in the Launching Place, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Launching Place, VIC have increased by 55% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Launching Place, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 29 offenses against persons in Launching Place, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Launching Place, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 43 property crime offenses in Launching Place, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Launching Place, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, Launching Place, VIC recorded 2 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Launching Place (2021)
Launching Place is a quiet suburb with around 2495 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 48.3% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1830, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.1%. A majority of people (84.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Launching Place, VIC
If you’re considering living near Launching Place , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Wesburn - 23 offences (0.02186 per 100,000 people)
- Yellingbo - 13 offences (0.02234 per 100,000 people)
- Seville East - 22 offences (0.02628 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Toolebewong - 4 offences (0.03361 per 100,000 people)
- Woori Yallock - 133 offences (0.04487 per 100,000 people)
- Hoddles Creek - 31 offences (0.04586 per 100,000 people)
- Yarra Junction - 189 offences (0.06574 per 100,000 people)
- Don Valley - 46 offences (0.07850 per 100,000 people)
- Millgrove - 284 offences (0.17047 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, overall crime shows fluctuations with some categories peaking mid-period followed by declines; justice procedure breaches notably spiked from 2022 onwards, reaching a high in 2026.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently the highest volume offense, typically ranging between 17 and 44 incidents annually.
- Assault and related offenses represent the main violent crime type, showing variable counts with peaks around 2023 and 2026.
- A significant spike occurred in breaches of orders starting in 2022, sharply rising from single digits to 45 cases by 2026.
- Despite fluctuations, the prevalence of theft and assault suggests ongoing challenges to public safety, especially given recent surges in order breaches impacting community order.
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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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