Crime Rates for North Shore, VIC
⇌ Compare North Shore with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The North Shore (3214) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 124 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 38,154 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of North Shore, VIC in 2021 was 325. In the last 10 years, North Shore, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 29.5 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 6.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 162.5 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 North Shore for 2026: B Property and deception offences (60), A Crimes against the person (33), C Drug offences (17).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 117 | 134 | 108 | 153 | 95 | 131 | 101 | 98 | 110 | 124 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 11 | 19 | 7 | 26 | 13 | 17 | 12 | 10 | 20 | 33 |
| B Property and deception offences | 0 | 75 | 89 | 88 | 64 | 29 | 46 | 51 | 66 | 67 | 60 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 19 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 17 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 18 | 18 | 34 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 4 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 18 | 17 | 6 | 13 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 8 | 12 | 10 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 124 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 635 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 8 | 5 | 60.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Robbery. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 2 | 6 | -66.67% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 2 | -50.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 19 | 6 | 216.67% |
| Arson In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Property damage. | 7 | 11 | -36.36% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 11 | 11 | 0.00% |
| Theft In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Theft. | 39 | 44 | -11.36% |
| Deception In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Deception. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 11 | 4 | 175.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 2 | 2 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 1 | 5 | -80.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 9 | 7 | 28.57% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, North Shore, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Jun), 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). As population numbers may have changed since 2021, the calculated rates may not accurately reflect current population levels or the current situation in each area (suburb, LGA, and state). Therefore, the rates should be used as an indicator rather than a definitive measure of whether a suburb is safe or unsafe.
Based on the source data available to us, Homicide, Sexual Offences, Abduction, and Blackmail & Extortion are not shown separately at the suburb level in Victoria. These categories are available at the LGA and Victoria state levels, but not separately at the suburb level.
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FAQ About Crime in North Shore, VIC
How common is car theft in the North Shore, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 6 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 North Shore, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in North Shore, VIC are Car Accessories (134), Electrical Appliances (111), Personal Property (106), Tools (104) and Power Tools (102).
What is the crime rate in North Shore, VIC?
North Shore, VIC has a crime rate of 124 reported criminal offences.
Is North Shore, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, North Shore, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 38,154 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in North Shore, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in North Shore, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 60 reported offences.
Has crime in the North Shore, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in North Shore, VIC have increased by 31% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in North Shore, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 33 offenses against persons in North Shore, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in North Shore, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, there were 57 property crime offenses in North Shore, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in North Shore, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Jun, North Shore, VIC recorded 17 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – North Shore (2021)
North Shore is a quiet suburb with around 325 people. This suburb has a small number of families with children, only 18.1% of households with an average household size of 1.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1327, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.1%. A majority of people (77.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around North Shore, VIC
If you’re considering living near North Shore , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Hamlyn Heights - 227 offences (0.03483 per 100,000 people)
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- Bell Park - 506 offences (0.09032 per 100,000 people)
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- Corio - 2932 offences (0.18920 per 100,000 people)
- North Geelong - 716 offences (0.22202 per 100,000 people)
- Norlane - 2621 offences (0.30189 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the period from 2016 to 2026, total crime exhibits fluctuations with no consistent long-term increase or decrease, though some categories show notable variability.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, ranging mostly between mid-20s to high 40s annually, peaking around 2017-2025 and slightly declining in 2026.
- Assault and related offences lead violent crimes, with numbers generally fluctuating between 2 and 13 incidents yearly.
- There was a major spike in "Other crimes against the person" in 2026 reaching 20 incidents, significantly higher than previous years.
- Despite occasional spikes in certain offences, the overall crime volume suggests moderate safety concerns, particularly related to property theft and assaults.
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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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