Crime Rates for Magpie, VIC
⇌ Compare Magpie with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Magpie (3352) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 29 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 7,880 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Magpie, VIC in 2021 was 368. In the last 10 years, Magpie, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 36.8 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 Magpie for 2026: B Property and deception offences (17), C Drug offences (9), A Crimes against the person (3).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 10 | 15 | 25 | 22 | 8 | 22 | 32 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 29 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| B Property and deception offences | 9 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 17 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 29 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 117 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Arson. | 7 | 0 | 700.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Property damage. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Theft. | 9 | 2 | 350.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 9 | 0 | 900.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Magpie, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Magpie, 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 Magpie, VIC
How common is car theft in the Magpie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1 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 Magpie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Magpie, VIC are Tools (34), Cash/Document (24), Personal Property (22), Jewellery (18) and Car Accessories (14).
What is the crime rate in Magpie, VIC?
Magpie, VIC has a crime rate of 29 reported criminal offences.
Is Magpie, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Magpie, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 7,880 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Magpie, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Magpie, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 17 reported offences.
Has crime in the Magpie, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Magpie, VIC have increased by 32% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Magpie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 3 offenses against persons in Magpie, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Magpie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 17 property crime offenses in Magpie, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Magpie, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Magpie, VIC recorded 9 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Magpie (2021)
Magpie is a quiet suburb with around 368 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 52.8% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2097, though the unemployment rate stands at 2.1%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 90.5% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Magpie, VIC
If you’re considering living near Magpie , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Scotchmans Lead - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Cambrian Hill - 9 offences (0.03082 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Helen - 102 offences (0.03388 per 100,000 people)
- Buninyong - 151 offences (0.03977 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Clear - 213 offences (0.05802 per 100,000 people)
- Sebastopol - 1522 offences (0.14930 per 100,000 people)
- Redan - 456 offences (0.15200 per 100,000 people)
- Bonshaw - 150 offences (0.15806 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Pleasant - 355 offences (0.15955 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime levels show fluctuations with no consistent long-term upward or downward trend; some categories spike sporadically.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, with counts varying between 1 and 9 annually, peaking notably in 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, fluctuating mostly between 0 and 6 incidents per year, with occasional rises.
- A major spike in arson occurred in 2019 and again in 2026, reaching 7 incidents both times, indicating episodic surges in this offence.
- Overall, the data suggest intermittent spikes in specific crimes but no sustained increase in violence or property offences, indicating a relatively stable safety environment.
Disclaimer: This content is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify information independently.
*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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