Crime Rates for Southern Grampians City Council, VIC
As of the Jun 2026 data release, The Southern Grampians City Council crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 1348 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,126 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Southern Grampians City Council, VIC in 2021 was 16,588. In the last 10 years, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery cannot be calculated due to no residential population. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate also cannot be calculated. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety offences (Stalking and Harassment) cannot be determined because there are no residents. 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 Southern Grampians City Council for 2026: B Property and deception offences (497), A Crimes against the person (326), E Justice procedures offences (321).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1198 | 1379 | 1336 | 1568 | 1115 | 1124 | 1157 | 1196 | 1463 | 1434 | 1348 |
| A Crimes against the person | 260 | 261 | 252 | 270 | 216 | 238 | 274 | 252 | 341 | 277 | 326 |
| B Property and deception offences | 531 | 522 | 571 | 556 | 502 | 364 | 409 | 395 | 466 | 550 | 497 |
| C Drug offences | 79 | 131 | 160 | 232 | 118 | 136 | 90 | 56 | 102 | 105 | 93 |
| D Public order and security offences | 144 | 123 | 150 | 157 | 82 | 79 | 68 | 91 | 105 | 116 | 105 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 177 | 340 | 199 | 341 | 194 | 231 | 291 | 399 | 447 | 384 | 321 |
| F Other offences | 7 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 76 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 1348 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 5363 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide and related offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 9 reported cases of Homicide and related offences. | 9 | 0 | 900.00% (0) |
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 158 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 158 | 136 | 16.18% (136) |
| Sexual offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 58 reported cases of Sexual offences. | 58 | 65 | -10.77% (65) |
| Abduction and related offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Abduction and related offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Robbery In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Robbery. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Blackmail and extortion In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Blackmail and extortion. | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 75 | 53 | 41.51% (53) |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 22 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 22 | 20 | 10.00% (20) |
| Arson In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 10 reported cases of Arson. | 10 | 5 | 100.00% (5) |
| Property damage In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 146 reported cases of Property damage. | 146 | 162 | -9.88% (162) |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 42 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 42 | 57 | -26.32% (57) |
| Theft In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 243 reported cases of Theft. | 243 | 288 | -15.63% (288) |
| Deception In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 56 reported cases of Deception. | 56 | 38 | 47.37% (38) |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 12 | 12 | 0.00% (12) |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 2 | 3 | -33.33% (3) |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 79 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 79 | 90 | -12.22% (90) |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 52 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 52 | 52 | 0.00% (52) |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 28 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 28 | 33 | -15.15% (33) |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 25 | 31 | -19.35% (31) |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 56 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 56 | 44 | 27.27% (44) |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 265 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 265 | 340 | -22.06% (340) |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 5 | 2 | 150.00% (2) |
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.
FAQ About Crime in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC
How common is car theft in the Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 11 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 Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC are Cash/Document (778), Personal Property (538), Power Tools (524), Electrical Appliances (450) and Tools (446).
What is the crime rate in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
Southern Grampians City Council, VIC has a crime rate of 1348 reported criminal offences.
Is Southern Grampians City Council, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,126 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 497 reported offences.
Has crime in the Southern Grampians City Council, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC have increased by 20% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 326 offenses against persons in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 441 property crime offenses in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Southern Grampians City Council, VIC recorded 93 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Southern Grampians City Council (2021)
Southern Grampians City Council is a vibrant suburb with 16588 people. While families are part of the community, only about 37% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1261, though the unemployment rate stands at 3%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 0% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest Suburbs in Southern Grampians City Council, VIC
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- Glenisla - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Mount Napier - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Karabeal - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Pigeon Ponds - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Cherrypool - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Grampians - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Vasey - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Clover Flat - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Victoria Point - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Strathkellar - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Brit Brit - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Gringegalgona - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Englefield - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Yatchaw - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Buckley Swamp - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Tahara - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Culla - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Gatum - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Morgiana - 0 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Woodhouse - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Wootong Vale - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Victoria Valley - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Nareen - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Melville Forest - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Tabor - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Tarrayoukyan - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Croxton East - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Mirranatwa - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Gazette - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Mooralla - 1 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Gritjurk - 2 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Bulart - 2 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Warrayure - 2 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Hilgay - 2 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Byaduk North - 2 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Coojar - 3 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Yulecart - 3 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Hensley Park - 3 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Muntham - 4 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Konongwootong - 4 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Tarrington - 4 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Bochara - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Cavendish - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Nareeb - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Wando Vale - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Balmoral - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Wannon - 5 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Rocklands - 6 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Moutajup - 7 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Branxholme - 7 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Harrow - 8 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Byaduk - 8 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Dunkeld - 9 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Penshurst - 11 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Glenthompson - 12 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Coleraine - 72 offences ( per 100,000 people)
- Hamilton - 1160 offences ( 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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