Crime Rates for Nerrina, VIC
⇌ Compare Nerrina with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Nerrina (3350) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 41 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,227 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Nerrina, VIC in 2021 was 970. In the last 10 years, Nerrina, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 242.5 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 46.2 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 Nerrina for 2026: B Property and deception offences (29), A Crimes against the person (5), E Justice procedures offences (4).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 81 | 40 | 45 | 39 | 62 | 45 | 60 | 70 | 41 | 51 | 41 |
| A Crimes against the person | 2 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 5 |
| B Property and deception offences | 49 | 25 | 39 | 32 | 59 | 34 | 46 | 46 | 25 | 42 | 29 |
| C Drug offences | 17 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| D Public order and security offences | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 41 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 426 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 4 | 6 | -33.33% |
| Robbery In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Property damage. | 3 | 2 | 50.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 7 | 14 | -50.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 14 reported cases of Theft. | 14 | 23 | -39.13% |
| Deception In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Nerrina, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Nerrina, 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 Nerrina, VIC
How common is car theft in the Nerrina, 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 Nerrina, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Nerrina, VIC are Personal Property (124), Power Tools (110), Car Accessories (84), Tools (60) and Cash/Document (54).
What is the crime rate in Nerrina, VIC?
Nerrina, VIC has a crime rate of 41 reported criminal offences.
Is Nerrina, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Nerrina, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,227 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Nerrina, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Nerrina, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 29 reported offences.
Has crime in the Nerrina, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 9% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Nerrina, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 offenses against persons in Nerrina, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Nerrina, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 29 property crime offenses in Nerrina, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Nerrina, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Nerrina, VIC recorded 1 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Nerrina (2021)
Nerrina is a quiet suburb with around 970 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 50.2% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $2405, though the unemployment rate stands at 3.3%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 90% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Nerrina, VIC
If you’re considering living near Nerrina , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Brown Hill - 141 offences (0.03141 per 100,000 people)
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- Soldiers Hill - 509 offences (0.18095 per 100,000 people)
- Glen Park - 35 offences (0.31818 per 100,000 people)
- Bakery Hill - 170 offences (0.94444 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, crime rates show fluctuations with no consistent long-term upward or downward trend, but notable spikes in certain years.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, with counts ranging mostly between 13 and 27 annually, peaking around 2020-2022.
- Among violent crimes, assault and related offences are most prevalent, fluctuating between 0 and 6 incidents yearly.
- Significant spikes occurred in property damage and arson around 2023, with property damage reaching 12 and arson 9 incidents, much higher than surrounding years.
- These patterns indicate intermittent increases in property crime, particularly theft and arson, which impact overall safety perceptions despite relatively low violent crime numbers.
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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