Crime Rates for Strathmore Heights, VIC
⇌ Compare Strathmore Heights with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Strathmore Heights (3041) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 34 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 3,247 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Strathmore Heights, VIC in 2021 was 1,047. In the last 10 years, Strathmore Heights, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 523.5 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 55.1 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 Strathmore Heights for 2026: B Property and deception offences (21), C Drug offences (7), E Justice procedures offences (4).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 59 | 57 | 50 | 30 | 19 | 29 | 38 | 68 | 35 | 52 | 34 |
| A Crimes against the person | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 2 |
| B Property and deception offences | 32 | 41 | 31 | 19 | 13 | 19 | 18 | 33 | 23 | 25 | 21 |
| C Drug offences | 10 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| D Public order and security offences | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 8 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 23 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 34 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 275 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 2 | 7 | -71.43% |
| Robbery In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Property damage. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 2 | 6 | -66.67% |
| Theft In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Theft. | 17 | 16 | 6.25% |
| Deception In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 2 | -100.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 6 | 6 | 0.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 0 | 3 | -100.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 3 | 1 | 200.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 1 | 3 | -66.67% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 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). 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 Strathmore Heights, VIC
How common is car theft in the Strathmore Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 5 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 Strathmore Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Strathmore Heights, VIC are Cash/Document (114), Personal Property (84), Power Tools (78), Tools (66) and Jewellery (64).
What is the crime rate in Strathmore Heights, VIC?
Strathmore Heights, VIC has a crime rate of 34 reported criminal offences.
Is Strathmore Heights, VIC a safe suburb?
Yes, Strathmore Heights, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 3,247 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Strathmore Heights, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Strathmore Heights, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 21 reported offences.
Has crime in the Strathmore Heights, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Strathmore Heights, VIC have increased by 17% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Strathmore Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2 offenses against persons in Strathmore Heights, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Strathmore Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 21 property crime offenses in Strathmore Heights, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Strathmore Heights, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Strathmore Heights, VIC recorded 7 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Strathmore Heights (2021)
Strathmore Heights is a quiet suburb with around 1047 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 50% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1975, though the unemployment rate stands at 5.7%. A majority of people (78.2%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Strathmore Heights, VIC
If you’re considering living near Strathmore Heights , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Gowanbrae - 56 offences (0.01885 per 100,000 people)
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- Niddrie - 247 offences (0.04186 per 100,000 people)
- Oak Park - 288 offences (0.04290 per 100,000 people)
- Gladstone Park - 516 offences (0.06283 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon North - 331 offences (0.10778 per 100,000 people)
- Airport West - 1100 offences (0.13459 per 100,000 people)
- Tullamarine - 1139 offences (0.16917 per 100,000 people)
- Essendon Fields - 307 offences (23.61538 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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