Crime Rates for Mount Helen, VIC
⇌ Compare Mount Helen with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Mount Helen (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 102 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 3,388 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Mount Helen, VIC in 2021 was 3,011. In the last 10 years, Mount Helen, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 200.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 61.4 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 1003.7 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 Mount Helen for 2026: B Property and deception offences (61), A Crimes against the person (20), E Justice procedures offences (13).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 102 | 120 | 126 | 92 | 94 | 101 | 98 | 108 | 81 | 116 | 102 |
| A Crimes against the person | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 16 | 12 | 16 | 12 | 20 |
| B Property and deception offences | 82 | 96 | 79 | 68 | 74 | 51 | 56 | 65 | 54 | 65 | 61 |
| C Drug offences | 2 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 5 |
| D Public order and security offences | 5 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 4 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 21 | 15 | 20 | 5 | 16 | 13 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 102 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 751 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 15 | 4 | 275.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 5 | -100.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Property damage. | 8 | 9 | -11.11% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 12 | 17 | -29.41% |
| Theft In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Theft. | 37 | 33 | 12.12% |
| Deception In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Deception. | 2 | 4 | -50.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 13 | -92.31% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public security offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 13 | 14 | -7.14% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
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.
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FAQ About Crime in Mount Helen, VIC
How common is car theft in the Mount Helen, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 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 Mount Helen, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Mount Helen, VIC are Cash/Document (198), Power Tools (196), Personal Property (166), Car Accessories (147) and Tools (136).
What is the crime rate in Mount Helen, VIC?
Mount Helen, VIC has a crime rate of 102 reported criminal offences.
Is Mount Helen, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Mount Helen, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 3,388 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Mount Helen, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Mount Helen, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 61 reported offences.
Has crime in the Mount Helen, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Mount Helen, VIC have increased by 1% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Mount Helen, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 20 offenses against persons in Mount Helen, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Mount Helen, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 59 property crime offenses in Mount Helen, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Mount Helen, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Mount Helen, VIC recorded 5 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Mount Helen (2021)
Mount Helen is a quiet suburb with around 3011 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $2076, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.7%. A majority of people (84.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Mount Helen, VIC
If you’re considering living near Mount Helen , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime shows fluctuations with no consistent long-term increase or decrease; some categories spike intermittently.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently high between 30 and 63 incidents annually, peaking around 2017-2020 before a slight decline in recent years.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime, generally low but showing an increase from about 4-9 cases early on to 15 in 2026.
- A notable spike occurs in breaches of orders, rising sharply from single digits to around 20 cases in some recent years before settling near 13-14.
- The data suggests overall safety concerns are driven by persistent theft and increasing assault incidents, with public order offences also contributing sporadically.
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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