Crime Rates for Rowville, VIC
⇌ Compare Rowville with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Rowville (3178) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1617 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 4,817 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Rowville, VIC in 2021 was 33,571. In the last 10 years, Rowville, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 299.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 44.1 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 1459.6 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 Rowville for 2026: B Property and deception offences (967), E Justice procedures offences (277), A Crimes against the person (187).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1785 | 1816 | 1771 | 1636 | 1809 | 1710 | 1294 | 1455 | 1811 | 1540 | 1617 |
| A Crimes against the person | 253 | 186 | 235 | 241 | 254 | 300 | 231 | 265 | 257 | 214 | 187 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1103 | 1203 | 1005 | 997 | 1089 | 906 | 722 | 849 | 1157 | 962 | 967 |
| C Drug offences | 188 | 109 | 205 | 128 | 175 | 154 | 89 | 103 | 114 | 108 | 96 |
| D Public order and security offences | 103 | 113 | 91 | 97 | 70 | 73 | 52 | 46 | 82 | 52 | 86 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 133 | 204 | 234 | 171 | 217 | 213 | 185 | 191 | 199 | 203 | 277 |
| F Other offences | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 64 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 1617 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 10960 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 102 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 102 | 109 | -6.42% |
| Robbery In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Robbery. | 10 | 14 | -28.57% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 23 | 36 | -36.11% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 11 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 11 | 15 | -26.67% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 41 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 41 | 40 | 2.50% |
| Arson In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Arson. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Property damage In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 113 reported cases of Property damage. | 113 | 89 | 26.97% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 81 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 81 | 111 | -27.03% |
| Theft In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 680 reported cases of Theft. | 680 | 652 | 4.29% |
| Deception In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 85 reported cases of Deception. | 85 | 107 | -20.56% |
| Bribery In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Bribery. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 9 | 4 | 125.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 10 | 11 | -9.09% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 77 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 77 | 93 | -17.20% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 64 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 64 | 30 | 113.33% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 9 | 16 | -43.75% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 12 | 6 | 100.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Public security offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 38 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 38 | 37 | 2.70% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 239 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 239 | 166 | 43.98% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Rowville, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 1 | 1 | 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). 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.
How safe do you feel in Rowville, VIC?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Rowville, VIC. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Rowville, VIC
How common is car theft in the Rowville, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 88 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 Rowville, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Rowville, VIC are Cash/Document (2712), Personal Property (2333), Power Tools (2222), Car Accessories (2211) and Tools (2174).
What is the crime rate in Rowville, VIC?
Rowville, VIC has a crime rate of 1617 reported criminal offences.
Is Rowville, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Rowville, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,817 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Rowville, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Rowville, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 967 reported offences.
Has crime in the Rowville, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 5% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Rowville, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 187 offenses against persons in Rowville, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Rowville, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 881 property crime offenses in Rowville, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Rowville, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Rowville, VIC recorded 96 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Rowville (2021)
Rowville is a vibrant suburb with 33571 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 54.1% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2205, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.4%. While 62.9% 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 Rowville, VIC
If you’re considering living near Rowville , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Lysterfield - 169 offences (0.02530 per 100,000 people)
- Wheelers Hill - 796 offences (0.03854 per 100,000 people)
- Knoxfield - 376 offences (0.04918 per 100,000 people)
- Lysterfield South - 53 offences (0.05332 per 100,000 people)
- Ferntree Gully - 1521 offences (0.05552 per 100,000 people)
- Endeavour Hills - 1468 offences (0.06003 per 100,000 people)
- Dandenong North - 1731 offences (0.07676 per 100,000 people)
- Scoresby - 467 offences (0.07699 per 100,000 people)
- Wantirna South - 1765 offences (0.08504 per 100,000 people)
*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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