Crime Rates for Mount Rowan, VIC
⇌ Compare Mount Rowan with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Mount Rowan (3352) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 18 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 6,102 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Mount Rowan, VIC in 2021 was 295. In the last 10 years, Mount Rowan, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 98.3 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 29.5 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 Rowan for 2026: B Property and deception offences (13), A Crimes against the person (3), E Justice procedures offences (2).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 16 | 4 | 23 | 8 | 19 | 12 | 6 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 18 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| B Property and deception offences | 14 | 3 | 17 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 13 |
| C Drug offences | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 18 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 123 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Arson. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Property damage. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 1 | 6 | -83.33% |
| Theft In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Theft. | 9 | 11 | -18.18% |
| Deception In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Mount Rowan, 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 Rowan, VIC
How common is car theft in the Mount Rowan, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2 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 Rowan, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Mount Rowan, VIC are Car Accessories (28), Electrical Appliances (14), Power Tools (14), Tools (12) and Personal Property (8).
What is the crime rate in Mount Rowan, VIC?
Mount Rowan, VIC has a crime rate of 18 reported criminal offences.
Is Mount Rowan, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Mount Rowan, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 6,102 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Mount Rowan, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Mount Rowan, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 13 reported offences.
Has crime in the Mount Rowan, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Mount Rowan, VIC have increased by 50% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Mount Rowan, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 3 offenses against persons in Mount Rowan, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Mount Rowan, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 13 property crime offenses in Mount Rowan, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Mount Rowan, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Mount Rowan, VIC recorded 0 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Mount Rowan (2021)
Mount Rowan is a quiet suburb with around 295 people. While families are part of the community, only about 38.6% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.6 people. The median household weekly income is $1528, though the unemployment rate stands at 1.4%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 93.2% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Mount Rowan, VIC
If you’re considering living near Mount Rowan , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Sulky - 2 offences (0.00855 per 100,000 people)
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- Soldiers Hill - 509 offences (0.18095 per 100,000 people)
- Wendouree - 2221 offences (0.21405 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Crime levels show fluctuations over the years with some increases in recent years, particularly in assault-related offences and theft.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking notably around 2018-2026 with counts between 1 and 11 annually.
- Assault and related offences are the main violent crime, showing sporadic increases, especially notable rises in 2024 and 2026.
- A major spike occurred in arson offenses in 2020, with 6 incidents compared to mostly low single digits in other years.
- Overall safety concerns center on increasing theft and assault rates with persistent property damage and sporadic spikes in dangerous acts endangering people.
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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