Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Safety: Property
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Overall Safety
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Ararat has Assault being the most commonly reported violent crime, and Theft the most commonly reported property crime. From 2023 to 2024, Violent crime rates have decreased by 34.39%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 8.67%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | State VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 935.4 | 467 |
| Disorderly Conduct | 827.4 | 246.8 |
| Assault | 1,211.2 | 691.3 |
| Total | 2,974 | 1,405.1 |
Violent Crime % Change
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Property Crime
Greater Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | State VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Theft | 2,590.2 | 2,932.9 |
| Burglary | 1,007.3 | 641.5 |
| Property Damage | 1,235.2 | 652.4 |
| Arson | 95.9 | 42.4 |
| Total | 4,928.6 | 4,269.2 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
619 / 679
Property Crime Ranked:
514 / 685