Crime Rates for Manifold Heights, VIC
⇌ Compare Manifold Heights with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Manifold Heights (3218) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 167 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,229 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Manifold Heights, VIC in 2021 was 2,681. In the last 10 years, Manifold Heights, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 335.1 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 34.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 1340.5 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 Manifold Heights for 2026: B Property and deception offences (96), E Justice procedures offences (38), F Other offences (16).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 140 | 186 | 160 | 148 | 213 | 185 | 90 | 156 | 98 | 102 | 167 |
| A Crimes against the person | 13 | 15 | 12 | 20 | 19 | 27 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 14 | 13 |
| B Property and deception offences | 115 | 158 | 102 | 93 | 149 | 113 | 63 | 112 | 83 | 84 | 96 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 5 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| D Public order and security offences | 1 | 1 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 9 | 7 | 25 | 14 | 26 | 27 | 10 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 38 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 167 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 1168 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 8 | 7 | 14.29% |
| Robbery In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Property damage. | 8 | 8 | 0.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 18 | 13 | 38.46% |
| Theft In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 59 reported cases of Theft. | 59 | 58 | 1.72% |
| Deception In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Deception. | 11 | 5 | 120.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 34 | 0 | 3400.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 10 | 0 | 1000.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
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 Manifold Heights, VIC
How common is car theft in the Manifold Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 4 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 Manifold Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Manifold Heights, VIC are Personal Property (434), Tools (296), Cash/Document (242), Jewellery (234) and Electrical Appliances (206).
What is the crime rate in Manifold Heights, VIC?
Manifold Heights, VIC has a crime rate of 167 reported criminal offences.
Is Manifold Heights, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Manifold Heights, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,229 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Manifold Heights, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Manifold Heights, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 96 reported offences.
Has crime in the Manifold Heights, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 10% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Manifold Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 13 offenses against persons in Manifold Heights, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Manifold Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 85 property crime offenses in Manifold Heights, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Manifold Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Manifold Heights, VIC recorded 0 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Manifold Heights (2021)
Manifold Heights is a quiet suburb with around 2681 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 49.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $1820, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.7%. A majority of people (84.1%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Manifold Heights, VIC
If you’re considering living near Manifold Heights , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Newtown (Greater Geelong) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Hamlyn Heights - 227 offences (0.03483 per 100,000 people)
- Herne Hill - 132 offences (0.03764 per 100,000 people)
- Drumcondra - 32 offences (0.05604 per 100,000 people)
- Rippleside - 58 offences (0.05835 per 100,000 people)
- Bell Park - 506 offences (0.09032 per 100,000 people)
- Geelong West - 950 offences (0.12934 per 100,000 people)
- North Geelong - 716 offences (0.22202 per 100,000 people)
- Geelong - 4017 offences (0.69128 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the long term, assault-related offences have fluctuated but show a decreasing trend from a peak around 2020-2021 towards lower levels in recent years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently outnumbering other property offences and peaking in the early 2020s before slightly declining.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime category, with numbers generally ranging between 5 to 14 annually.
- There was a major spike in property damage cases around 2020-2021, nearly tripling compared to earlier years, followed by a notable drop afterward.
- Overall, recent years suggest a moderate improvement in safety with reduced violent crime and property damage, though theft remains persistently high.
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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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