Crime Rates for Lyndhurst, VIC
⇌ Compare Lyndhurst with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Lyndhurst (3975) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 442 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,952 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Lyndhurst, VIC in 2021 was 8,926. In the last 10 years, Lyndhurst, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 182.2 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 37.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 686.6 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 Lyndhurst for 2026: B Property and deception offences (298), A Crimes against the person (80), E Justice procedures offences (47).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 94 | 440 | 316 | 366 | 304 | 344 | 507 | 358 | 354 | 471 | 442 |
| A Crimes against the person | 6 | 49 | 52 | 54 | 42 | 57 | 74 | 53 | 62 | 103 | 80 |
| B Property and deception offences | 84 | 266 | 195 | 205 | 218 | 205 | 272 | 253 | 208 | 303 | 298 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 33 | 16 | 32 | 5 | 6 | 26 | 3 | 28 | 5 | 12 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 59 | 18 | 54 | 14 | 20 | 34 | 5 | 17 | 8 | 5 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 4 | 33 | 34 | 21 | 25 | 41 | 92 | 44 | 36 | 51 | 47 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 442 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 2507 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 43 | 37 | 16.22% |
| Robbery In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Robbery. | 6 | 5 | 20.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 13 | 43 | -69.77% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 5 | 7 | -28.57% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 13 | 11 | 18.18% |
| Arson In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Property damage. | 38 | 32 | 18.75% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 43 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 43 | 52 | -17.31% |
| Theft In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 194 reported cases of Theft. | 194 | 193 | 0.52% |
| Deception In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Deception. | 21 | 24 | -12.50% |
| Bribery In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 9 | 5 | 80.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 4 | 4 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 19 | 12 | 58.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 28 | 39 | -28.21% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Lyndhurst, 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). 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 Lyndhurst, VIC
How common is car theft in the Lyndhurst, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 43 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 Lyndhurst, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Lyndhurst, VIC are Cigarettes/Liquor (680), Car Accessories (677), Personal Property (610), Cash/Document (592) and Electrical Appliances (444).
What is the crime rate in Lyndhurst, VIC?
Lyndhurst, VIC has a crime rate of 442 reported criminal offences.
Is Lyndhurst, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Lyndhurst, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,952 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Lyndhurst, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Lyndhurst, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 298 reported offences.
Has crime in the Lyndhurst, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Lyndhurst, VIC have increased by 28% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Lyndhurst, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 80 offenses against persons in Lyndhurst, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Lyndhurst, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 277 property crime offenses in Lyndhurst, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Lyndhurst, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 12 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Lyndhurst (2021)
Lyndhurst is a quiet suburb with around 8926 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 68.4% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.5 people. The median household weekly income is $2446, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.2%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 43.5% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Lyndhurst, VIC
If you’re considering living near Lyndhurst , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Sandhurst - 172 offences (0.03301 per 100,000 people)
- Skye - 458 offences (0.05663 per 100,000 people)
- Hampton Park - 1775 offences (0.06805 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne West - 1455 offences (0.07286 per 100,000 people)
- Lynbrook - 710 offences (0.07784 per 100,000 people)
- Bangholme - 76 offences (0.10147 per 100,000 people)
- Carrum Downs - 2360 offences (0.10739 per 100,000 people)
- Cranbourne - 4575 offences (0.21498 per 100,000 people)
- Dandenong South - 1580 offences (12.64000 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime shows fluctuations with some recent increases in violent offences after a low around 2016-2017.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high, peaking near 200 incidents in some years, significantly outnumbering burglary and property damage.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, showing an upward trend from very low counts in 2016 to over 40 incidents by 2026.
- A major spike occurred in stalking, harassment, and threatening behavior around 2025, jumping from single digits to over 40 cases before dropping again.
- Despite fluctuations, the sustained high levels of theft and rising assaults suggest ongoing concerns for community safety and property security.
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Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics
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