Crime Rates for Moonee Ponds, VIC
⇌ Compare Moonee Ponds with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Moonee Ponds (3039) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 3393 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 20,913 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Moonee Ponds, VIC in 2021 was 16,224. In the last 10 years, Moonee Ponds, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 78.4 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 8.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 318.1 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 Moonee Ponds for 2025: B Property and deception offences (2463), A Crimes against the person (350), E Justice procedures offences (253).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1548 | 2934 | 2765 | 2640 | 2647 | 2794 | 2428 | 2720 | 2868 | 3421 | 3393 |
| A Crimes against the person | 142 | 305 | 327 | 317 | 345 | 306 | 352 | 426 | 408 | 446 | 350 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1002 | 2112 | 1780 | 1819 | 1752 | 1829 | 1556 | 1765 | 1789 | 2272 | 2463 |
| C Drug offences | 86 | 133 | 241 | 96 | 140 | 106 | 89 | 109 | 117 | 148 | 195 |
| D Public order and security offences | 62 | 162 | 192 | 200 | 155 | 118 | 94 | 113 | 127 | 178 | 129 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 213 | 217 | 219 | 157 | 252 | 279 | 271 | 287 | 425 | 364 | 253 |
| F Other offences | 43 | 5 | 6 | 51 | 3 | 156 | 66 | 20 | 2 | 13 | 3 |
In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 3393 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 20139 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 199 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 199 | 218 | -8.72% |
| Robbery In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Robbery. | 8 | 19 | -57.89% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 51 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 51 | 100 | -49.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 23 | 19 | 21.05% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 69 | 90 | -23.33% |
| Arson In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Arson. | 14 | 19 | -26.32% |
| Property damage In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 250 reported cases of Property damage. | 250 | 286 | -12.59% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 242 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 242 | 231 | 4.76% |
| Theft In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 1735 reported cases of Theft. | 1735 | 1533 | 13.18% |
| Deception In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 222 reported cases of Deception. | 222 | 203 | 9.36% |
| Bribery In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 32 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 32 | 32 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 14 | 6 | 133.33% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 149 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 149 | 110 | 35.45% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 63 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 63 | 71 | -11.27% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 24 | 37 | -35.14% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 42 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 42 | 70 | -40.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 77 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 77 | 48 | 60.42% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 176 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 176 | 316 | -44.30% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 2 | 8 | -75.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 4 | -100.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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 Moonee Ponds, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel unsafe living in Moonee Ponds, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Moonee Ponds, VIC
How common is car theft in the Moonee Ponds, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 82 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 Moonee Ponds, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Moonee Ponds, VIC are Cash/Document (3331), Personal Property (3157), Jewellery (2176), Electrical Appliances (1896) and Tools (1774).
What is the crime rate in Moonee Ponds, VIC?
Moonee Ponds, VIC has a crime rate of 3393 reported criminal offences.
Is Moonee Ponds, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Moonee Ponds, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 20,913 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Moonee Ponds, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Moonee Ponds, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2463 reported offences.
Has crime in the Moonee Ponds, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Moonee Ponds, VIC have increased by 21% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Moonee Ponds, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 350 offenses against persons in Moonee Ponds, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Moonee Ponds, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 2241 property crime offenses in Moonee Ponds, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Moonee Ponds, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Moonee Ponds, VIC recorded 195 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Moonee Ponds (2021)
Moonee Ponds is a vibrant suburb with 16224 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 42.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $2111, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.9%. While 68.5% 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 Moonee Ponds, VIC
If you’re considering living near Moonee Ponds , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Strathmore - 736 offences (0.08196 per 100,000 people)
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- Pascoe Vale South - 1126 offences (0.10689 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon - 2830 offences (0.13324 per 100,000 people)
- Brunswick West - 2341 offences (0.15875 per 100,000 people)
- Travancore - 357 offences (0.16871 per 100,000 people)
- Kensington - 2751 offences (0.25603 per 100,000 people)
- Ascot Vale - 4043 offences (0.26604 per 100,000 people)
- Flemington - 3411 offences (0.48555 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, total crime shows fluctuations with some recent increases in assault and stalking offenses after a prior decline.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently accounting for over 1,000 incidents annually, peaking near 1,700 in 2025.
- Assault and related offenses represent the primary violent crime, with counts rising from around 70 in 2015 to nearly 200 in 2025.
- A major spike is evident in stalking, harassment, and threatening behavior between 2015 and 2024, more than tripling during this period.
- The overall safety context is impacted by rising violent crimes alongside high and persistent theft rates, indicating ongoing public security concerns.
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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