According to the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Major Plains crime rate for the year ending June 2022 was 3030 incidents per 100,000 population. This represents a zero change from the previous year.

Major Plains Crime Index

45

(100 is safest)

Safer than 45% of most Australia suburbs

Major Plains Crime Map

Major Plains crime map

Is Major Plains Safe?

Major Plains has high safety metrics. Crime rates in Major Plains are about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia. Major Plains is safer than 45% of all Australian suburbs and than 60% of Victoria suburbs. However, no enough data is a common offence in Major Plains.

Major Plains Crime Statistics at a Glance

Has Crime in Major Plains 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 Major Plains.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Major Plains
  • There was no change in the number of criminal incidents recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • Major Plains is in the 60th percentile for safety, meaning 40% of Victoria suburbs are safer than Major Plains and 60% of suburbs are more dangerous than Major Plains.
  • Common crime: no enough data.
  • 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.
  • There was no change in the number of theft offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • 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 Major Plains: An In-Depth Analysis

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of recent crime data from the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria reveals that Major Plains’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 45% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 40% of Victoria suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Major Plains. Therefore, Major Plains’s public safety metrics are generally considered high.

How risky is that? Living in Major Plains comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 32 of becoming a victim of crime, considering the total rate of crimes against the person and property. In contrast, the average chance of falling victim to crime in Victoria stands at 1 in 19.

To better understand Major Plains’s overall crime rate, it is essential to examine its performance in crimes against the person and property crimes separately. This approach can provide further insight into whether violent crimes, property crimes, or both, are the primary drivers of the general crime rate in Major Plains.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Major Plains crime statistics shows that there are 0 incidents against the person per 100,000 inhabitants in a standard year, compared to the Victoria average rate of 1247. As a result, the chances of becoming a victim of crimes such as homicide, assault, dangerous and negligent acts endangering people, robbery, stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour in Major Plains are 0.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Major Plains, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, deception, bribery and damage to property, are 1 in 32, equivalent to a rate of 3030 per 100,000 residents. As a reference, the property crime rate for every 100,000 residents in Victoria is 3580.

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!

Major Plains Crime Rates by Offences Division

Major Plains 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 Major Plains

1 in 78

In Victoria

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

Violent crimes against the person in Major Plains vs Victoria in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Major Plains vs Victoria

Major Plains population: 33

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 Major Plains. Here is Victoria’s total data for these offences can be used as a benchmark for comparison.

Major Plains 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

1 in 32

In Major Plains

1 in 27

In Victoria

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

Property offences in Major Plains vs Victoria

Property and Deception Offences: Major Plains vs Victoria, Australia

Major Plains population: 33

Victoria population: 6503491

Here is a breakdown of Major Plains 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 Major Plains vs VIC

Drug Offences: Major Plains 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: Major Plains vs Victoria

Major Plains Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Major Plains vs VIC

What’s the most common crime in Major Plains?

According to the latest available data from the Crime Statistics Agency of Victoria (CSA), the most common type of crime in Major Plains is no enough data.

What is the crime rate in Major Plains?

The overall crime rate in Major Plains, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3030 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 Major Plains a safe place to live in?

Major Plains is safer than 45% of suburbs across Australia and the crime rates are about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia. Compared to Victoria suburbs, Major Plains is safer than 60% of other suburbs in the state which are considered high safety scores in Victoria.

Total Crime Stats of Major Plains

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