Crime Rates for Taylors Lakes, VIC

As of Year 2025 Sep The Taylors Lakes (3038) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 1361 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 8,969 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Taylors Lakes, VIC in 2021 was 15,174. In the last 10 years, Taylors Lakes, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 168.6 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft), the rate is 1 offence per 19.3 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 948.4 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 Taylors Lakes for 2025: B Property and deception offences (1019), A Crimes against the person (141), E Justice procedures offences (87).

Crime offences in Taylors Lakes, VIC from 2015 to 2025 by type
Type/Year20152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Total0141315141621165115171050970118710061361
A Crimes against the person0160185197173133132149171123141
B Property and deception offences0104510821140118110887296437286931019
C Drug offences041535866654542505137
D Public order and security offences0585684616243491166473
E Justice procedures offences010813614116511191841227487
F Other offences0121558103014

In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 1361 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 9348 reported cases.

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Latest Crime Rates

Typeoffences (2025)offences (2024)Changes(%)
Assault and related offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 67 reported cases of Assault and related offences.
6781-17.28%
Robbery
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 23 reported cases of Robbery.
236283.33%
Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 16 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.
161060.00%
Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 17 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people.
17988.89%
crimes against the person
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 18 reported cases of crimes against the person.
18175.88%
Arson
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Arson.
5425.00%
Property damage
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 91 reported cases of Property damage.
917619.74%
Burglary/Break and enter
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 44 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter.
4447-6.38%
Theft
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 743 reported cases of Theft.
74350746.55%
Deception
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 135 reported cases of Deception.
13559128.81%
Bribery
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Bribery.
10100.00%
Drug dealing and trafficking
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking.
7540.00%
Cultivate or manufacture drugs
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs.
03-100.00%
Drug use and possession
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Drug use and possession.
3043-30.23%
Other drug offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences.
000.00%
Weapons and explosives offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences.
453625.00%
Disorderly and offensive conduct
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct.
24234.35%
Public nuisance offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Public nuisance offences.
45-20.00%
Public security offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences.
000.00%
Justice procedures
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 25 reported cases of Justice procedures.
2512108.33%
Breaches of orders
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 62 reported cases of Breaches of orders.
62620.00%
Regulatory driving offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences.
000.00%
Transport regulation offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Transport regulation offences.
40400.00%
Other government regulatory offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences.
01-100.00%
Miscellaneous offences
In 2025, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences.
000.00%

Overview

No of offences (As of Year 2025 Sep), 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 Taylors Lakes, VIC

  • How common is car theft in the Taylors Lakes, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 110 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 Taylors Lakes, VIC?

    As of Year 2025 Sep, the most commonly stolen items in Taylors Lakes, VIC are Jewellery (2063), Personal Property (1949), Cash/Document (1743), Car Accessories (1660) and Electrical Appliances (1212).

  • What is the crime rate in Taylors Lakes, VIC?

    Taylors Lakes, VIC has a crime rate of 1361 reported criminal offences.

  • Is Taylors Lakes, VIC a safe suburb?

    Yes, Taylors Lakes, VIC may be considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 8,969 offenses per 100,000 people is lower than the overall crime rate in Victoria.

  • What is the most common crime in Taylors Lakes, VIC?

    In 2025, the most common crime type in Taylors Lakes, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 1019 reported offences.

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

    Crime rates have decreased by 10% over the past five years.

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

    As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 141 offenses against persons in Taylors Lakes, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.

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

    As of Year 2025 Sep, there were 883 property crime offenses in Taylors Lakes, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.

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

    As of Year 2025 Sep, Taylors Lakes, VIC recorded 37 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.

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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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