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Crime Rates for Moorabool City Council, VIC

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As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Moorabool City Council crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 3437 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 9,133 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Moorabool City Council, VIC in 2021 was 37,632. In the last 10 years, Moorabool City Council, 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 Moorabool City Council for 2026: B Property and deception offences (1762), E Justice procedures offences (671), A Crimes against the person (634).

Crime offences in Moorabool City Council, VIC from 2016 to 2026 by type
Type/Year20162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Total22992477225422892206263220432177264727743437
A Crimes against the person412409429383369378380371536488634
B Property and deception offences1264146212841314121111579301102123514351762
C Drug offences1021089588126156126119122141169
D Public order and security offences130122126100127181138130151153192
E Justice procedures offences379372315402368390324451596537671
F Other offences12452537014547209

In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 3437 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 14156 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2026)offences (2025)Changes(%)
Homicide and related offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Homicide and related offences.
20200.00% (0)
Assault and related offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 306 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
30627112.92% (271)
Sexual offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 80 reported cases of Sexual offences.
80739.59% (73)
Abduction and related offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Abduction and related offences.
4333.33% (3)
Robbery
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Robbery.
78-12.50% (8)
Blackmail and extortion
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion.
110.00% (1)
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 160 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
1608392.77% (83)
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 74 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
744951.02% (49)
Arson
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 40 reported cases of Arson.
403611.11% (36)
Property damage
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 259 reported cases of Property damage.
25923112.12% (231)
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 214 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
2142140.00% (214)
Theft
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 1129 reported cases of Theft.
112988927.00% (889)
Deception
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 120 reported cases of Deception.
1206584.62% (65)
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
241471.43% (14)
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
168100.00% (8)
Drug use and possession
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 129 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
1291198.40% (119)
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 127 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
1279829.59% (98)
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
2528-10.71% (28)
Public nuisance offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
392744.44% (27)
Public security offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences.
10100.00% (0)
Justice procedures
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 96 reported cases of Justice procedures.
967233.33% (72)
Breaches of orders
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 575 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
57546523.66% (465)
Transport regulation offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
27-71.43% (7)
Other government regulatory offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
69-33.33% (9)
Miscellaneous offences
In 2026, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
14-75.00% (4)

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), people in 2021

Crime 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.

FAQ About Crime in Moorabool City Council, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 176 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 Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Moorabool City Council, VIC are Power Tools (3590), Tools (3219), Car Accessories (2363), Electrical Appliances (2200) and Cash/Document (1558).

  • What is the crime rate in Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    Moorabool City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 3437 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Moorabool City Council, VIC a safe suburb?

    Yes, Moorabool City Council, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 9,133 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    In 2026, the most common crime type in Moorabool City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1762 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Moorabool City Council, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Moorabool City Council, VIC have increased by 31% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 634 offenses against persons in Moorabool City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 1642 property crime offenses in Moorabool City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Moorabool City Council, VIC?

    As of Year 2026 Mar, Moorabool City Council, VIC recorded 169 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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