According to the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Woodside crime rate for the year ending June 2022 was 6469 incidents per 100,000 population. This represents a 31% decrease from the previous year.

Woodside Crime Index

17

(100 is safest)

Safer than 17% of most Australia suburbs

Woodside Crime Map

Woodside crime map

Is Woodside Safe?

Woodside has moderate safety metrics. Crime rates in Woodside are considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia. Woodside is safer than 17% of all Australian suburbs and than 29% of Victoria suburbs. However, FV common assault is a common offence in Woodside.

Woodside Crime Statistics at a Glance

Has Crime in Woodside 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 Woodside.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Woodside
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by Victoria Police in the year 2022 was 24, down 31% from 35 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Woodside is in the 29th percentile for safety, meaning 71% of Victoria suburbs are safer than Woodside and 29% of suburbs are more dangerous than Woodside.
  • Common crime: FV common assault.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2022 increased by 500% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • There were no deception offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • The number of burglary offences recorded in 2022 increased by 400% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2022 increased by 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2021 and 2022.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2022 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2022 increased by 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Woodside: An In-Depth Analysis

According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) Victoria, Woodside is ranked safer than 17% of the suburbs across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Woodside crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

In Victoria, only about 71% of suburbs have a lower crime rate than Woodside. As a result, Woodside has moderate scores in public safety metrics.

If you are a resident of Woodside, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 19 (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 Woodside’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 Woodside’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Woodside’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 Woodside is 2426 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 Woodside is 1 in 40. 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 Woodside is 1 in 36. This is equal to a rate of 2695 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!

Woodside Crime Rates by Offences Division

Woodside 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

1 in 40

In Woodside

1 in 78

In Victoria

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

Violent crimes against the person in Woodside vs Victoria in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Woodside vs Victoria

Woodside population: 371

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

Woodside 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 36

In Woodside

1 in 27

In Victoria

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

Property offences in Woodside vs Victoria

Property and Deception Offences: Woodside vs Victoria, Australia

Woodside population: 371

Victoria population: 6503491

Here is a breakdown of Woodside 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 Woodside vs VIC

Drug Offences: Woodside 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: Woodside vs Victoria

Woodside Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Woodside vs VIC

What’s the most common crime in Woodside?

According to the latest available data from the Crime Statistics Agency of Victoria (CSA), the most common type of crime in Woodside is FV common assault.

What is the crime rate in Woodside?

The overall crime rate in Woodside, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 6469 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 Woodside a safe place to live in?

Woodside is safer than 17% of suburbs across Australia and the crime rates are considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia. Compared to Victoria suburbs, Woodside is safer than 29% of other suburbs in the state which are considered moderate safety scores in Victoria.

Total Crime Stats of Woodside

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

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Victoria