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Crime Rates for Prahran, VIC

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As of the March 2026 data release, The Prahran (3181) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 6481 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 53,110 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Prahran, VIC in 2021 was 12,203. In the last 10 years, Prahran, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 24.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 3.5 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 84.2 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 Prahran for 2025: B Property and deception offences (4287), A Crimes against the person (816), E Justice procedures offences (501).

Crime offences in Prahran, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total26885738531453265053527149214817499257926481
A Crimes against the person231467466552665591693757819801816
B Property and deception offences16573719319532143049305331202891301438184287
C Drug offences200523674571445453303299332481484
D Public order and security offences319552528643530320389473349375385
E Justice procedures offences273457439344357295310377474294501
F Other offences8201227559106204238

In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 6481 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 35017 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 449 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
449458-1.97%
Robbery
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 48 reported cases of Robbery.
4852-7.69%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 145 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
14571104.23%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 54 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
5457-5.26%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 120 reported cases of crimes against the person.
120163-26.38%
Arson
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 13 reported cases of Arson.
13130.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 426 reported cases of Property damage.
42634922.06%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 556 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
55648614.40%
Theft
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 2889 reported cases of Theft.
2889248316.35%
Deception
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 403 reported cases of Deception.
403487-17.25%
Bribery
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery.
000.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 37 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
3752-28.85%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 32 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
32320.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 415 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
4153974.53%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 182 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
18215517.42%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 165 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
165171-3.51%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
3447-27.66%
Public security offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public security offences.
42100.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 138 reported cases of Justice procedures.
1389151.65%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 363 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
36320378.82%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
02-100.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
3250.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
59-44.44%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Prahran, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
010-100.00%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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.

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FAQ About Crime in Prahran, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Prahran, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 107 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 Prahran, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Prahran, VIC are Cash/Document (5333), Personal Property (4616), Clothing (2256), Electrical Appliances (1957) and Car Accessories (1380).

  • What is the crime rate in Prahran, VIC?

    Prahran, VIC has a crime rate of 6481 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Prahran, VIC a safe suburb?

    Based on official statistics, Prahran, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 53,110 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Prahran, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Prahran, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 4287 reported offences.

  • Has crime in the Prahran, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?

    Crime rates in Prahran, VIC have increased by 23% compared to five years ago.

  • What is rate of criminal against person in Prahran, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 816 offenses against persons in Prahran, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

  • What is the rate of property crime in Prahran, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 3884 property crime offenses in Prahran, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

  • What is the number of drug offenses in Prahran, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Dec, Prahran, VIC recorded 484 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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Safest suburbs around Prahran, VIC

If you’re considering living near Prahran , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.

  • St Kilda East - 1596 offences (0.12696 per 100,000 people)
  • Toorak - 1820 offences (0.14200 per 100,000 people)
  • Ripponlea - 219 offences (0.14295 per 100,000 people)
  • Armadale - 1663 offences (0.17752 per 100,000 people)
  • South Yarra - 7427 offences (0.29675 per 100,000 people)
  • Balaclava - 1624 offences (0.30119 per 100,000 people)
  • Windsor - 2744 offences (0.37729 per 100,000 people)
  • St Kilda - 8714 offences (0.44710 per 100,000 people)
  • Cremorne - 1026 offences (0.47544 per 100,000 people)

AI Analysis

  • Assault and related offences have generally increased from 2015 to 2025, rising sharply after 2015 and peaking around 2022 before fluctuating slightly.
  • Theft dominates property crimes, showing a steady increase from 2015 through 2025, with numbers rising from under 1,000 to nearly 2,900 incidents.
  • Assault is the dominant violent crime, significantly outnumbering robbery and stalking categories throughout the period.
  • Burglary experienced a major spike between 2021 and 2025, more than doubling from about 200 to over 550 cases.
  • Despite fluctuations, the overall crime profile suggests increasing challenges for public safety, especially due to rising theft and assault incidents.

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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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