Crime Rates for Springvale, VIC
⇌ Compare Springvale with another suburbAs of the March 2026 data release, The Springvale (3171) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 6497 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 29,300 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Springvale, VIC in 2021 was 22,174. In the last 10 years, Springvale, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 41.7 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 7.1 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 140.3 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 Springvale for 2025: B Property and deception offences (3913), A Crimes against the person (925), C Drug offences (738).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1999 | 4157 | 3965 | 4856 | 5233 | 5638 | 4700 | 4980 | 6233 | 6515 | 6497 |
| A Crimes against the person | 273 | 668 | 805 | 543 | 801 | 677 | 659 | 652 | 688 | 704 | 925 |
| B Property and deception offences | 1157 | 2593 | 2198 | 2885 | 3217 | 3181 | 2495 | 2796 | 3812 | 4128 | 3913 |
| C Drug offences | 166 | 278 | 253 | 455 | 425 | 494 | 445 | 524 | 772 | 728 | 738 |
| D Public order and security offences | 159 | 260 | 271 | 366 | 407 | 323 | 302 | 293 | 428 | 438 | 340 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 232 | 339 | 422 | 599 | 363 | 503 | 711 | 695 | 528 | 509 | 571 |
| F Other offences | 12 | 19 | 16 | 8 | 20 | 460 | 88 | 20 | 5 | 8 | 10 |
In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 6497 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 32375 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 452 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 452 | 417 | 8.39% |
| Robbery In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 80 reported cases of Robbery. | 80 | 76 | 5.26% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 158 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 158 | 67 | 135.82% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 44 | 53 | -16.98% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 191 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 191 | 91 | 109.89% |
| Arson In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 39 reported cases of Arson. | 39 | 58 | -32.76% |
| Property damage In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 421 reported cases of Property damage. | 421 | 390 | 7.95% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 420 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 420 | 453 | -7.28% |
| Theft In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 2708 reported cases of Theft. | 2708 | 2871 | -5.68% |
| Deception In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 325 reported cases of Deception. | 325 | 356 | -8.71% |
| Bribery In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 73 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 73 | 93 | -21.51% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 26 | 19 | 36.84% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 639 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 639 | 616 | 3.73% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 210 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 210 | 295 | -28.81% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 75 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 75 | 93 | -19.35% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 55 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 55 | 50 | 10.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 133 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 133 | 102 | 30.39% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 438 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 438 | 407 | 7.62% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 7 | 3 | 133.33% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 4 | -100.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Springvale, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Dec), 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.
How safe do you feel in Springvale, VIC?
Based on community voting, safety perceptions in Springvale, VIC are mixed, with a higher share reporting feeling unsafe. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Springvale, VIC
How common is car theft in the Springvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 206 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Springvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, the most commonly stolen items in Springvale, VIC are Cash/Document (5414), Personal Property (3602), Car Accessories (3375), Electrical Appliances (1976) and Jewellery (1385).
What is the crime rate in Springvale, VIC?
Springvale, VIC has a crime rate of 6497 reported criminal offences.
Is Springvale, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Springvale, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 29,300 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Springvale, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Springvale, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 3913 reported offences.
Has crime in the Springvale, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Springvale, VIC have increased by 15% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Springvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 925 offenses against persons in Springvale, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Springvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, there were 3588 property crime offenses in Springvale, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Springvale, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Dec, Springvale, VIC recorded 738 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Springvale (2021)
Springvale is a vibrant suburb with 22174 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 44.4% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $1402, though the unemployment rate stands at 8.2%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 28.9% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Safest suburbs around Springvale, VIC
If you’re considering living near Springvale , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Wheelers Hill - 1591 offences (0.07704 per 100,000 people)
- Dingley Village - 975 offences (0.09290 per 100,000 people)
- Springvale South - 1447 offences (0.11335 per 100,000 people)
- Noble Park - 5449 offences (0.16892 per 100,000 people)
- Mulgrave - 3593 offences (0.18065 per 100,000 people)
- Noble Park North - 1415 offences (0.19029 per 100,000 people)
- Notting Hill - 576 offences (0.19896 per 100,000 people)
- Clayton South - 2855 offences (0.21336 per 100,000 people)
- Clayton - 4755 offences (0.25042 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Over the past decade, total crime has generally increased, with property theft showing a steady rise from 641 incidents in 2015 to over 2700 by 2025.
- Theft dominates property crimes, consistently outnumbering burglary and property damage by a wide margin across all years.
- Assault and related offences represent the main violent crime category, fluctuating but trending upward from 146 incidents in 2015 to over 450 by 2025.
- A major spike is evident in stalking, harassment, and threatening behaviour, rising sharply from 39 in 2015 to 158 in 2025, indicating emerging safety concerns.
- The increasing volume of high-frequency theft and assault offences suggests growing challenges for public safety and law enforcement resource allocation.
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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