Crime Rates for Lyndhurst, VIC

As of Year 2025 Sep The Lyndhurst (3975) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 501 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 5,613 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 212.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 31.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 446.3 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 Lyndhurst for 2025: B Property and deception offences (349), A Crimes against the person (82), E Justice procedures offences (53).

Crime offences in Lyndhurst, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total0352434297346367452388328425501
A Crimes against the person0526045406364624310382
B Property and deception offences0267236192209217272224233238349
C Drug offences0735192531119151910
D Public order and security offences05591854288311697
E Justice procedures offences021432318428851215253
F Other offences001001491040

In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 501 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 2437 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
3546-23.91%
Robbery
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Robbery.
72250.00%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
2034-41.18%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
811-27.27%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of crimes against the person.
121020.00%
Arson
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Arson.
31200.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Property damage.
412564.00%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 63 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
6330110.00%
Theft
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 222 reported cases of Theft.
22215840.51%
Deception
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Deception.
2024-16.67%
Bribery
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
05-100.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
12-50.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
812-33.33%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other drug offences.
10100.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
5366.67%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
12-50.00%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
13-66.67%
Public security offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences.
01-100.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Justice procedures.
161233.33%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
3740-7.50%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
000.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
02-100.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
02-100.00%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2025 Sep), people in 2021

Crime 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 Lyndhurst, VIC

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

    As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 48 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 2025 Sep, the most commonly stolen items in Lyndhurst, VIC are Cigarettes/Liquor (710), Car Accessories (648), Personal Property (640), Cash/Document (630) and Electrical Appliances (502).

  • What is the crime rate in Lyndhurst, VIC?

    Lyndhurst, VIC has a crime rate of 501 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 5,613 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

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

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Lyndhurst, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 349 reported offences.

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

    Crime rates in Lyndhurst, VIC have increased by 37% compared to five years ago.

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

    As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 82 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 2025 Sep, there were 329 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 2025 Sep, Lyndhurst, VIC recorded 10 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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  • Dandenong South - 1564 offences (12.51200 per 100,000 people)

*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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