Crime Rates for Murrumbeena, VIC
⇌ Compare Murrumbeena with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Murrumbeena (3163) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 426 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,262 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Murrumbeena, VIC in 2021 was 9,996. In the last 10 years, Murrumbeena, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 384.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 39.7 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 714 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 Murrumbeena for 2026: B Property and deception offences (316), A Crimes against the person (51), E Justice procedures offences (37).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 472 | 526 | 410 | 360 | 437 | 453 | 371 | 439 | 492 | 586 | 426 |
| A Crimes against the person | 48 | 76 | 44 | 49 | 52 | 46 | 51 | 57 | 59 | 96 | 51 |
| B Property and deception offences | 342 | 351 | 273 | 206 | 301 | 317 | 238 | 273 | 294 | 423 | 316 |
| C Drug offences | 39 | 12 | 30 | 29 | 11 | 19 | 12 | 27 | 25 | 19 | 10 |
| D Public order and security offences | 24 | 17 | 24 | 18 | 23 | 19 | 6 | 11 | 16 | 8 | 12 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 19 | 70 | 39 | 58 | 50 | 40 | 62 | 71 | 97 | 39 | 37 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 426 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 3334 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 25 | 55 | -54.55% |
| Robbery In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 6 | -83.33% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 14 | 9 | 55.56% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 2 | 4 | -50.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 9 | 22 | -59.09% |
| Arson In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Arson. | 1 | 4 | -75.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Property damage. | 39 | 47 | -17.02% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 36 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 36 | 75 | -52.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 216 reported cases of Theft. | 216 | 271 | -20.30% |
| Deception In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Deception. | 24 | 26 | -7.69% |
| Bribery In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 7 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 9 | 11 | -18.18% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 6 | 4 | 50.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 6 | 4 | 50.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 7 | 2 | 250.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 30 | 37 | -18.92% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
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.
How safe do you feel in Murrumbeena, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Murrumbeena, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Murrumbeena, VIC
How common is car theft in the Murrumbeena, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 55 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 Murrumbeena, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Murrumbeena, VIC are Cash/Document (1156), Personal Property (1016), Car Accessories (714), Jewellery (660) and Electrical Appliances (518).
What is the crime rate in Murrumbeena, VIC?
Murrumbeena, VIC has a crime rate of 426 reported criminal offences.
Is Murrumbeena, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Murrumbeena, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,262 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Murrumbeena, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Murrumbeena, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 316 reported offences.
Has crime in the Murrumbeena, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 6% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Murrumbeena, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 51 offenses against persons in Murrumbeena, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Murrumbeena, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 292 property crime offenses in Murrumbeena, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Murrumbeena, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Murrumbeena, VIC recorded 10 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Murrumbeena (2021)
Murrumbeena is a quiet suburb with around 9996 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 46.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.4 people. The median household weekly income is $2057, though the unemployment rate stands at 4%. While 63.1% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Murrumbeena, VIC
If you’re considering living near Murrumbeena , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Carnegie - 968 offences (0.05405 per 100,000 people)
- Glen Huntly - 323 offences (0.06585 per 100,000 people)
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- Oakleigh - 1938 offences (0.22957 per 100,000 people)
- Caulfield East - 399 offences (0.30858 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period 2016-2026, overall crime shows fluctuations with property crimes generally high and violent crimes moderately stable, without a clear continuous increase or decrease.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, consistently ranging around 150 to 271 incidents annually, with a peak around 2024-2025 and a slight decline by 2026.
- Assault and related offences represent the primary violent crime category, fluctuating between 25 and 55 incidents per year, with no sustained upward or downward trend.
- A significant spike occurred in burglary/break and enter around 2017 and 2025, reaching up to 75 incidents, indicating episodic surges in this crime type.
- Despite some spikes, the crime profile suggests moderate public safety concerns, with property crimes being the main contributor to overall criminal activity.
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*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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