Crime Rates for Macleod, VIC
⇌ Compare Macleod with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Macleod (3085) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 388 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 3,922 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Macleod, VIC in 2021 was 9,892. In the last 10 years, Macleod, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 520.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 60 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 706.6 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 Macleod for 2026: B Property and deception offences (245), C Drug offences (46), A Crimes against the person (37).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 163 | 498 | 464 | 413 | 434 | 392 | 332 | 309 | 345 | 502 | 388 |
| A Crimes against the person | 14 | 56 | 67 | 49 | 45 | 68 | 53 | 60 | 46 | 72 | 37 |
| B Property and deception offences | 126 | 306 | 319 | 247 | 284 | 230 | 173 | 153 | 191 | 329 | 245 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 29 | 14 | 33 | 11 | 10 | 19 | 31 | 27 | 34 | 46 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 14 | 10 | 25 | 14 | 12 | 26 | 11 | 21 | 27 | 26 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 20 | 89 | 51 | 59 | 80 | 61 | 61 | 54 | 60 | 40 | 33 |
| F Other offences | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 388 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 2603 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 14 | 35 | -60.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Robbery. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 14 | 13 | 7.69% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 15 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 4 | 7 | -42.86% |
| Arson In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Property damage. | 64 | 64 | 0.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 38 | 51 | -25.49% |
| Theft In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 127 reported cases of Theft. | 127 | 177 | -28.25% |
| Deception In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Deception. | 15 | 37 | -59.46% |
| Bribery In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 6 | 3 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 39 | 30 | 30.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 19 | 17 | 11.76% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 4 | -75.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 6 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 4 | 3 | 33.33% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 29 | 37 | -21.62% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Macleod, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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). 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 Macleod, VIC
How common is car theft in the Macleod, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 23 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 Macleod, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Macleod, VIC are Jewellery (1042), Personal Property (805), Cash/Document (794), Electrical Appliances (570) and Car Accessories (461).
What is the crime rate in Macleod, VIC?
Macleod, VIC has a crime rate of 388 reported criminal offences.
Is Macleod, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Macleod, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 3,922 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Macleod, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Macleod, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 245 reported offences.
Has crime in the Macleod, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 1% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Macleod, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 37 offenses against persons in Macleod, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Macleod, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 230 property crime offenses in Macleod, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Macleod, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Macleod, VIC recorded 46 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Macleod (2021)
Macleod is a quiet suburb with around 9892 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 49.1% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.5 people. The median household weekly income is $1966, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.3%. A majority of people (72.1%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime patterns show fluctuations with property damage and theft as dominant property crimes and assault as the leading violent crime.
- Theft incidents peaked around 2017-2020, ranging roughly from 140 to 177, before declining toward 127 in 2026, while property damage remained relatively stable between 34 and 64 cases in recent years.
- Assault offenses saw a notable decline from a high of 46 in 2021 to 14 by 2026, indicating a significant drop in violent crime severity.
- Burglary showed sharp decreases after 2018's peak (around 88), dropping to 38 in 2026, marking a major reduction in break and enter incidents.
- The overall crime trends suggest improving safety conditions, particularly due to declines in serious violent offenses and some key property crimes, though theft remains a persistent concern.
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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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