Crime Rates for Mepunga West, VIC
As of Year 2025 Jun The Mepunga West (3277) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 1 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 1,205 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Mepunga West, VIC in 2021 was 83. In the last 10 years, Mepunga West, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery cannot be calculated due to no residential population. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate also cannot be calculated. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety offences (Stalking and Harassment) cannot be determined because there are no residents. 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 Mepunga West for 2025: A Crimes against the person (1), B Property and deception offences (0), C Drug offences (0).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 1 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'A Crimes against the person' with 8 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Robbery In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Arson In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Property damage. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Theft. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Deception In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
AI Analysis
1. Overall crime trends:
- Crime incidents are very low throughout the 11-year period (2015-2025).
- Several years recorded zero incidents across most crime categories.
- No consistent upward or downward trend; crimes appear sporadic.
2. Most common and serious crime types with numbers:
- "Other crimes against the person": total 4 incidents (2015:1, 2019:2, 2025:1).
- "A70 Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour": 2 incidents in 2023 only.
- "A20 Assault and related offences": only 1 incident in 2021.
- "B30 Burglary/Break and enter": 1 incident in 2020.
- Other crime types mostly zero incidents over all years.
3. Significant year-to-year spikes or drops:
- 2019 had a spike of 2 "Other crimes against the person" compared to 0 previous year.
- 2023 had 2 stalking/harassment incidents, a unique spike for that category.
- 2020 recorded the only burglary and one miscellaneous offence incident.
- 2022 saw 1 breach of orders offence, absent in other years except 2016.
- No violent crimes reported from 2022 onwards except the single "Other crimes against the person" in 2025.
4. Safety-relevant observations:
- Property crimes are extremely rare, with just one burglary incident in 2020 and no property damage or theft.
- Violent crimes are minimal: only one assault in 2021 and no robberies.
- Harassment/stalking incidents occurred only in 2023.
- The data suggests Mepunga West has very low overall crime rates with occasional minor spikes in non-violent personal offences.
- No drug, public order, or weapons-related offences recorded during the entire period.
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Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Jun), people in 2021Community Snapshot – Mepunga West (2021)
Mepunga West is a quiet suburb with around 83 people. While families are part of the community, only about 26.3% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $2374, though the unemployment rate stands at 0%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 98.7% of residents born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Mepunga West, VIC
If you’re considering living near Mepunga West , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- The Cove - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
- Cudgee - 3 offences (0.00965 per 100,000 people)
- Allansford - 37 offences (0.02624 per 100,000 people)
- Mepunga East - 3 offences (0.04110 per 100,000 people)
- Nullawarre - 14 offences (0.06009 per 100,000 people)
- Wangoom - 16 offences (0.06751 per 100,000 people)
- Panmure - 30 offences (0.06787 per 100,000 people)
- Mepunga - 3 offences (0.08333 per 100,000 people)
- Naringal - 20 offences (0.16129 per 100,000 people)
Common FAQ about Mepunga West, VIC Criminal
How common is car theft in the Mepunga West, VIC?
Motor vehicle theft does not occur in the Mepunga West, VIC.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Mepunga West, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Mepunga West, VIC are Cash/Document (2).
What is the crime rate in Mepunga West, VIC?
Mepunga West, VIC has a crime rate of 1 reported criminal offences.
Is Mepunga West, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Mepunga West, VIC is considered safe, as its crime rate of 1,205 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Mepunga West, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Mepunga West, VIC was A Crimes against the person with 1 reported offences.
Has crime in the Mepunga West, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 50% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Mepunga West, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 1 offenses against persons in Mepunga West, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Mepunga West, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 0 property crime offenses in Mepunga West, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Mepunga West, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, Mepunga West, VIC recorded 0 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
*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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