Crime Rates for Melton, VIC
⇌ Compare Melton with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Melton (3337) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 2180 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 27,411 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Melton, VIC in 2021 was 7,953. In the last 10 years, Melton, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 45.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 9.8 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 155.9 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 Melton for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1056), E Justice procedures offences (492), A Crimes against the person (322).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2456 | 2358 | 1874 | 1911 | 2388 | 2272 | 1908 | 1965 | 2003 | 2229 | 2180 |
| A Crimes against the person | 335 | 333 | 374 | 310 | 396 | 451 | 349 | 359 | 327 | 306 | 322 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1461 | 1294 | 928 | 997 | 1174 | 894 | 917 | 982 | 1049 | 1214 | 1056 |
| C Drug offences | 111 | 130 | 98 | 125 | 144 | 135 | 107 | 111 | 104 | 140 | 193 |
| D Public order and security offences | 174 | 159 | 83 | 144 | 188 | 140 | 101 | 113 | 140 | 128 | 113 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 372 | 435 | 390 | 331 | 483 | 438 | 397 | 395 | 382 | 438 | 492 |
| F Other offences | 3 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 214 | 37 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 2180 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 11966 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 162 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 162 | 161 | 0.62% |
| Robbery In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Robbery. | 13 | 11 | 18.18% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 51 | 39 | 30.77% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 50 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 50 | 27 | 85.19% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 46 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 46 | 68 | -32.35% |
| Arson In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Arson. | 15 | 14 | 7.14% |
| Property damage In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 162 reported cases of Property damage. | 162 | 194 | -16.49% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 117 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 117 | 146 | -19.86% |
| Theft In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 697 reported cases of Theft. | 697 | 717 | -2.79% |
| Deception In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 65 reported cases of Deception. | 65 | 143 | -54.55% |
| Bribery In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 28 | 8 | 250.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 14 | 11 | 27.27% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 151 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 151 | 121 | 24.79% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 81 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 81 | 88 | -7.95% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 23 | 30 | -23.33% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 9 | 10 | -10.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 128 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 128 | 184 | -30.43% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 364 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 364 | 254 | 43.31% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Melton, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 2 | 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). 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.
How safe do you feel in Melton, VIC?
Based on community voting, safety perceptions in Melton, VIC are mixed, with a higher share reporting feeling unsafe. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Melton, VIC
How common is car theft in the Melton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 65 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 Melton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Melton, VIC are Car Accessories (1981), Tools (1614), Electrical Appliances (1495), Power Tools (1487) and Cash/Document (1424).
What is the crime rate in Melton, VIC?
Melton, VIC has a crime rate of 2180 reported criminal offences.
Is Melton, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Melton, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 27,411 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Melton, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Melton, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1056 reported offences.
Has crime in the Melton, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 4% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Melton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 322 offenses against persons in Melton, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Melton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 991 property crime offenses in Melton, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Melton, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Melton, VIC recorded 193 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Melton (2021)
Melton is a quiet suburb with around 7953 people. While families are part of the community, only about 36.4% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $1058, though the unemployment rate stands at 9.6%. While 62.9% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Melton, VIC
If you’re considering living near Melton , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Aintree - 404 offences (0.05061 per 100,000 people)
- Kurunjang - 624 offences (0.05826 per 100,000 people)
- Cobblebank - 245 offences (0.06804 per 100,000 people)
- Plumpton - 8 offences (0.10127 per 100,000 people)
- Weir Views - 506 offences (0.11638 per 100,000 people)
- Strathtulloh - 489 offences (0.12234 per 100,000 people)
- Melton South - 1441 offences (0.12683 per 100,000 people)
- Thornhill Park - 601 offences (0.19602 per 100,000 people)
- Grangefields - 466 offences (3.53030 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, assault and related offences have shown fluctuations but generally remained between 150 and 200 incidents annually.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, with counts ranging roughly from 440 to over 800, peaking around 2020 and showing a general decline thereafter.
- Assault is the leading violent crime, consistently higher than robbery and stalking categories throughout the period.
- A major spike occurred in deception offences in 2017 (272) followed by a steep decline, while arson incidents had a notable drop in 2024 (1 case).
- Overall, property crimes outnumber violent crimes significantly, indicating that safety concerns are more strongly linked to theft and property damage trends.
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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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