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Crime Rates for Moyne City Council, VIC

As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Moyne City Council crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 753 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,334 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Moyne City Council, VIC in 2021 was 17,374. In the last 10 years, Moyne 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 Moyne City Council for 2026: B Property and deception offences (309), E Justice procedures offences (206), A Crimes against the person (148).

Crime offences in Moyne City Council, VIC from 2016 to 2026 by type
Type/Year20162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Total633623612586672648778594659671753
A Crimes against the person154163193177176171218161146167148
B Property and deception offences246325294259314243329248348302309
C Drug offences3726203329234232454733
D Public order and security offences7143434662496351273854
E Justice procedures offences1236561708912611710289111206
F Other offences211123690463

In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 753 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 3217 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2026)offences (2025)Changes(%)
Homicide and related offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Homicide and related offences.
25-60.00% (5)
Assault and related offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 71 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
7180-11.25% (80)
Sexual offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Sexual offences.
2240-45.00% (40)
Abduction and related offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Abduction and related offences.
02-100.00% (2)
Robbery
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery.
10100.00% (0)
Blackmail and extortion
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion.
01-100.00% (1)
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
392650.00% (26)
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
13130.00% (13)
Arson
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Arson.
412-66.67% (12)
Property damage
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 59 reported cases of Property damage.
5993-36.56% (93)
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
44417.32% (41)
Theft
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 167 reported cases of Theft.
16712731.50% (127)
Deception
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 35 reported cases of Deception.
352920.69% (29)
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
217-88.24% (17)
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
24-50.00% (4)
Drug use and possession
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 29 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
292611.54% (26)
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
382365.22% (23)
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
58-37.50% (8)
Public nuisance offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
10742.86% (7)
Public security offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences.
10100.00% (0)
Justice procedures
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of Justice procedures.
413228.13% (32)
Breaches of orders
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 165 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
16579108.86% (79)
Other government regulatory offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
04-100.00% (4)
Miscellaneous offences
In 2026, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
3250.00% (2)

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). 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.

FAQ About Crime in Moyne City Council, VIC

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

    As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Moyne City Council, VIC are Cash/Document (475), Power Tools (470), Tools (338), Car Accessories (336) and Electrical Appliances (305).

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

    Moyne City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 753 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Moyne City Council, VIC a safe suburb?

    Yes, Moyne City Council, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,334 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

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

    In 2026, the most common crime type in Moyne City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 309 reported offences.

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

    Crime rates in Moyne City Council, VIC have increased by 16% compared to five years ago.

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

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 148 offenses against persons in Moyne City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

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

    As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 274 property crime offenses in Moyne City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

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

    As of Year 2026 Mar, Moyne City Council, VIC recorded 33 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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