According to the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Macorna North crime rate for the year ending June 2022 was 3226 incidents per 100,000 population. This represents a zero change from the previous year.

Macorna North Crime Index

42

(100 is safest)

Safer than 42% of most Australia suburbs

Macorna North Crime Map

Macorna North crime map

Is Macorna North Safe?

Macorna North has high safety metrics. Crime rates in Macorna North are about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia. Macorna North is safer than 42% of all Australian suburbs and than 57% of Victoria suburbs. However, resist or hinder officer is a common offence in Macorna North.

Macorna North Crime Statistics at a Glance

Has Crime in Macorna North increased or decreased in the past 5 years? The chart below shows the 60-month historical trend of the number of offences that occurred in Macorna North.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Macorna North
  • There was no change in the number of criminal incidents recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • Macorna North is in the 57th percentile for safety, meaning 43% of Victoria suburbs are safer than Macorna North and 57% of suburbs are more dangerous than Macorna North.
  • Common crime: resist or hinder officer.
  • There were no assault offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • There were no deception offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • There were no burglary offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2022 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • There were no vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.

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Crime in Macorna North: An In-Depth Analysis

According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Macorna North is ranked safer than 42% of the suburbs across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Macorna North crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

In Victoria, only about 43% of suburbs have a lower crime rate than Macorna North. As a result, Macorna North has high scores in public safety metrics.

If you are a resident of Macorna North, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 0 (based on the total crime rate of crimes against the person and property combined) while the Victoria average is 1 in 19.

Let’s take a closer look at Macorna North’s crime statistics and see how it fares in terms of crimes against person and property crimes. This information is crucial because it can shed light on whether violent or property crimes or both, are the primary factors driving Macorna North’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Macorna North’s crime data and what they reveal about the suburb’s safety and security? Let’s dive in!

AU Crime Rate’s analysis reveals that against the person crime rate in Macorna North is 0 per one hundred thousand inhabitants while the Victoria average rate is 1247. So, one’s chances of becoming a victim of crimes against the person in Macorna North is 0. The crimes against the person included in this analysis are homicide, assault, robbery, dangerous and negligent acts endangering people, stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour.

From our analysis, we discovered that your odds of becoming a victim of a property crime if you live in Macorna North is 0. This is equal to a rate of 0 per one hundred thousand residents compared to a rate of 3580 per 100,000 residents for Victoria state. It’s worth mentioning that the property crimes tracked here include theft, burglary, arson, deception, bribery and damage to property.

Want to understand criminal offences in Victoria and make sense of crime data? Our easy-to-understand crime glossary provides definitions for Victoria’s common criminal offences. Check it out and get the inside scoop on crime in Victoria!

Macorna North Crime Rates by Offences Division

Macorna North Crimes Against the Person

These are violent crimes against people whether these are family violence or non-family violence. Basically, if someone does something to hurt or scare another person, it’s considered a crime against the person. This includes:

  • Assault and related offences: There are different types of assault, like serious assault, which is when someone causes really serious injuries as a result of a physical attack, and assault on police, emergency services or other authorised officers, which is when someone attacks a cop or a paramedic or someone doing their job. There’s also common assault, which is like when someone threatens to punch you or makes you feel scared for your safety.
  • Robbery: There are two types of robbery or mugging: aggravated and non-aggravated. Aggravated robbery is when someone uses a weapon like a knife or a firearm (armed robbery) or causes serious harm to the victim during the robbery, like hitting them with a bat or a gun. Non-aggravated robbery is when someone doesn’t use a weapon or cause serious harm during the robbery but still uses force or the threat of force to take something from the victim.
  • Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people: These refer to behaviours or actions that put others at risk of harm or injury due to carelessness or recklessness. Examples of dangerous and negligent acts include driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, not properly securing a load on a vehicle that could fall and cause an accident, leaving hazardous materials unattended, and failing to maintain a property in a safe condition.
  • Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour: This represents harassing or threatening someone based on their race, skin colour, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability, in what’s known as hate crimes. It also includes insulting someone, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person

0

In Macorna North

1 in 78

In Victoria

Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Violent crimes against the person in Macorna North vs Victoria in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Macorna North vs Victoria

Macorna North population: 31

Victoria population: 6503491

It’s important to note that the crime rates for sexual offences and homicide are not included in the previously mentioned data for Macorna North. Here is Victoria’s total data for these offences can be used as a benchmark for comparison.

Macorna North Property and Deception Offences

These are crimes related to stealing or damaging property or deceiving someone for personal gain. Property crimes include:

  • Theft: It can be committed in various forms such as shoplifting, stealing from a person’s home, or taking a vehicle without permission. Other examples include stealing a bicycle, snatching a purse, or taking items from an unattended bag.
  • Burglary (unlawful entry): Aggravated and non-aggravated burglaries are examples of burglary. Aggravated burglary involves the use of weapons, threats, or violence during the break-in, while non-aggravated burglary does not involve such factors.
  • Arson: Arson is a criminal act of intentionally setting fire to a property, building, or forest (bushfire)  without lawful or justifiable reason.
  • Property damage: This refers to intentional or accidental harm caused to someone else’s property, such as vandalism, or graffiti.
  • Deception: This is a broad category of offences that includes various examples. These include forgery and counterfeiting, deceptive business practices, professional malpractice and misrepresentation, and other similar offences. Additionally, it includes obtaining benefits by deception, possessing equipment to make a false instrument, and stating false information. All of these crimes involve intentionally deceiving others for personal gain or causing harm to others through fraudulent means.
  • Bribery: Sneaky shortcut to get ahead by taking advantage of someone’s position or power.

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

0

In Macorna North

1 in 27

In Victoria

Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Property offences in Macorna North vs Victoria

Property and Deception Offences: Macorna North vs Victoria, Australia

Macorna North population: 31

Victoria population: 6503491

Here is a breakdown of Macorna North crime rate and offences count for the major property and deception offences.

Drug Offences

Drug offences are illegal activities involving drugs like possession, trafficking, and manufacturing. It can involve both illicit and legal drugs like prescription medicines used improperly.

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Macorna North vs VIC

Drug Offences: Macorna North vs Victoria

Public Order and Security Offences

Public order and security offences refer to crimes that threaten the safety and security of the community, such as disorderly conduct, possession of illegal weapons, public intoxication, and disturbing the peace. These offences can also include crimes that disrupt the functioning of society, like rioting, protesting without a permit, and obstructing traffic.

Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Public order and security offences comparison chart

Public Order and Security Offences: Macorna North vs Victoria

Macorna North Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Macorna North vs VIC

What’s the most common crime in Macorna North?

According to the latest available data from the Crime Statistics Agency of Victoria (CSA), the most common type of crime in Macorna North is resist or hinder officer.

What is the crime rate in Macorna North?

The overall crime rate in Macorna North, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3226 in the year ending June 2022.

However, it’s important to note that this is an aggregate figure that includes all types of crime, and some types of offences are more prevalent than others. Additionally, crime rates can vary by location, with some areas experiencing higher rates of certain types of crime than others.

Is Macorna North a safe place to live in?

Macorna North is safer than 42% of suburbs across Australia and the crime rates are about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia. Compared to Victoria suburbs, Macorna North is safer than 57% of other suburbs in the state which are considered high safety scores in Victoria.

Total Crime Stats of Macorna North

Note: This article doesn’t have detailed data for family violence, victims, female offenders, reoffending, sexual offences, stalking, and youth crime. For more information about these topics, check our resources page.

References

  • Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria
  • Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census QuickStats for all persons
  • Victoria Police

Greater Capital City Statistical Area

Greater Melbourne

State

Victoria