Crime Rates for Mount Pleasant, VIC
⇌ Compare Mount Pleasant with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Mount Pleasant (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 355 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 15,955 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Mount Pleasant, VIC in 2021 was 2,225. In the last 10 years, Mount Pleasant, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 96.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 19.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 185.4 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 Pleasant for 2026: B Property and deception offences (171), E Justice procedures offences (71), A Crimes against the person (60).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 159 | 218 | 268 | 249 | 211 | 212 | 173 | 250 | 302 | 283 | 355 |
| A Crimes against the person | 33 | 39 | 32 | 68 | 41 | 42 | 38 | 26 | 46 | 64 | 60 |
| B Property and deception offences | 103 | 129 | 146 | 109 | 109 | 94 | 69 | 146 | 159 | 138 | 171 |
| C Drug offences | 9 | 7 | 19 | 13 | 16 | 10 | 21 | 12 | 15 | 11 | 32 |
| D Public order and security offences | 2 | 6 | 22 | 20 | 9 | 8 | 24 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 21 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 12 | 36 | 49 | 38 | 36 | 50 | 21 | 54 | 72 | 56 | 71 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 355 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 1373 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 23 | 40 | -42.50% |
| Robbery In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 12 | 4 | 200.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 20 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 20 | 11 | 81.82% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 5 | 9 | -44.44% |
| Arson In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Arson. | 6 | 6 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Property damage. | 41 | 22 | 86.36% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 18 | 20 | -10.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 96 reported cases of Theft. | 96 | 85 | 12.94% |
| Deception In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Deception. | 10 | 5 | 100.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 4 | 2 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 22 | 9 | 144.44% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 21 | 10 | 110.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 9 | 10 | -10.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 62 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 62 | 46 | 34.78% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Mount Pleasant, 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 Pleasant, VIC
How common is car theft in the Mount Pleasant, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 20 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 Pleasant, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Mount Pleasant, VIC are Personal Property (338), Cash/Document (324), Tools (268), Car Accessories (258) and Jewellery (212).
What is the crime rate in Mount Pleasant, VIC?
Mount Pleasant, VIC has a crime rate of 355 reported criminal offences.
Is Mount Pleasant, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Mount Pleasant, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 15,955 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Mount Pleasant, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Mount Pleasant, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 171 reported offences.
Has crime in the Mount Pleasant, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Mount Pleasant, VIC have increased by 67% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Mount Pleasant, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 60 offenses against persons in Mount Pleasant, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Mount Pleasant, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 161 property crime offenses in Mount Pleasant, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Mount Pleasant, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Mount Pleasant, VIC recorded 32 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Mount Pleasant (2021)
Mount Pleasant is a quiet suburb with around 2225 people. While families are part of the community, only about 31.9% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1350, though the unemployment rate stands at 7.5%. A majority of people (82.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Mount Pleasant, VIC
If you’re considering living near Mount Pleasant , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Golden Point (Ballarat) - 0 offences (0.00000 per 100,000 people)
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- Mount Clear - 213 offences (0.05802 per 100,000 people)
- Eureka - 87 offences (0.13744 per 100,000 people)
- Sebastopol - 1522 offences (0.14930 per 100,000 people)
- Redan - 456 offences (0.15200 per 100,000 people)
- Soldiers Hill - 509 offences (0.18095 per 100,000 people)
- Ballarat Central - 2952 offences (0.54890 per 100,000 people)
- Bakery Hill - 170 offences (0.94444 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, property crimes show fluctuations with a general increase in theft incidents, peaking between 85 and 103 annually in recent years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently exceeding other property offences like burglary and property damage.
- Assault and related offences are the primary violent crime, with counts varying widely but generally ranging from 15 to 47 cases per year.
- A notable spike occurs in breaches of orders, rising sharply from around 11 in 2016 to a peak of 62 in 2026, indicating increased enforcement or reporting.
- Overall, the data suggests persistent challenges with theft and assault impacting community safety, alongside a significant rise in breaches of orders highlighting potential public order 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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