Crime Rates for Lynbrook, VIC

As of Year 2025 Jun The Lynbrook (3975) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 629 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,896 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Lynbrook, VIC in 2021 was 9,121. In the last 10 years, Lynbrook, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 194.1 residents. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 29.8 residents. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 414.6 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 Lynbrook for 2025: B Property and deception offences (373), A Crimes against the person (93), E Justice procedures offences (83).

Crime offences in Lynbrook, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total439629489345453563419463372578629
A Crimes against the person7310997648767861166910393
B Property and deception offences270343275207275355233228225340373
C Drug offences2061142419273829161922
D Public order and security offences1421261026411419152258
E Justice procedures offences6294754046583964479283
F Other offences012001597020

In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 629 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 3124 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
3858-34.48%
Robbery
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Robbery.
9650.00%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
221457.14%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
72250.00%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of crimes against the person.
1723-26.09%
Arson
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson.
35-40.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 36 reported cases of Property damage.
3647-23.40%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
493253.13%
Theft
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 257 reported cases of Theft.
2572368.90%
Deception
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Deception.
282040.00%
Bribery
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
30300.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
30300.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
1619-15.79%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
448450.00%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
78-12.50%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
46-33.33%
Public security offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Public security offences.
30300.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Justice procedures.
12120.00%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 71 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
7180-11.25%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
000.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
02-100.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
000.00%

AI Analysis

1. Overall Crime Trends:

  • Total offences fluctuate year to year with no clear consistent increase or decrease over the 10-year period.
  • Notable decline in total crime from 2017 to 2023 in several categories, with some rebounds in recent years (e.g., 2024-2025).

2. Most Common and Serious Crime Types:

  • Theft (B40) is the most common crime, peaking at 257 incidents in 2025 and generally ranging between 108 and 257 annually.
  • Burglary/Break and enter (B30) is a serious property crime, highest in 2017 (70) and trending down to 32 in 2023 before rising again to 49 in 2025.
  • Assault and related offences (A20) are the most frequent violent crime, ranging from 35 (2018) to 61 (2017), with 38 incidents reported in 2025.
  • Breaches of orders (E20) show high numbers, peaking at 80 in 2024 and remaining elevated (71 in 2025).
  • Weapons and explosives offences (D10) increased sharply to 44 in 2025 from much lower levels in previous years.

3. Significant Year-to-Year Spikes or Drops:

  • Sharp spike in Weapons and explosives offences from 8 in 2024 to 44 in 2025.
  • Theft increased notably from 139 in 2023 to 236 in 2024 and further to 257 in 2025.
  • Deception offences peaked at 107 in 2020 but dropped dramatically afterward to 28 by 2025.
  • Assault numbers dropped from 58 in 2024 to 38 in 2025.
  • Breaches of orders rose from 37 in 2023 to 80 in 2024, then decreased slightly to 71 in 2025.

4. Safety-Relevant Observations:

  • Property crimes (theft, burglary, property damage) consistently outnumber violent crimes, indicating property crime is the predominant safety concern.
  • Violent crimes such as assault remain relatively steady but show some decline post-2017 peak.
  • Drug offences (possession/use and trafficking) remain low to moderate, with possession/use peaking at 48 in 2016 and then declining to 16 in 2025.
  • Public order offences and other miscellaneous crimes are relatively low and stable, except for a notable surge in weapons offences in 2025.
  • The rise in breaches of orders suggests increasing challenges with compliance to judicial or protective directives, relevant for community safety monitoring.

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Common FAQ about Lynbrook, VIC Criminal

  • How common is car theft in the Lynbrook, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 34 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 Lynbrook, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Lynbrook, VIC are Cash/Document (840), Car Accessories (778), Personal Property (678), Electrical Appliances (476) and Jewellery (325).

  • What is the crime rate in Lynbrook, VIC?

    Lynbrook, VIC has a crime rate of 629 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Lynbrook, VIC a safe suburb?

    Yes, Lynbrook, VIC is considered safe, as its crime rate of 6,896 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Lynbrook, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Lynbrook, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 373 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Lynbrook, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Lynbrook, VIC have increased by 12% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Lynbrook, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 93 offenses against persons in Lynbrook, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Lynbrook, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 345 property crime offenses in Lynbrook, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Lynbrook, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Jun, Lynbrook, VIC recorded 22 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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