Theft and burglary

The Victorian Government’s goal is to prevent crime and keep communities safe by addressing the root causes of offending.

A joined-up approach to support people and communities in need

Collaboration across government, key organisations and with communities is the best way to provide individuals with the right supports to address the risk factors for offending and strengthen social recovery outcomes.

Working with the community across three action areas

The Strategy will support effective, collaborative efforts to improve outcomes for individuals and communities in Victoria across three interconnected action areas.

Measuring the impact of our efforts to prevent crime

We will monitor and evaluate our progress in addressing risk factors for offending across the Victorian Government.

Action Area 1: Empower and invest in communities to implement local solutions

Empower and invest in communities to implement local solutions.

Action Area 2: Enhance and connect support for people in need

Enhance and connect support for people and communities in need.

Action Area 3: Evidence and impact for effective and innovative approaches

Evidence and impact for effective and innovative approaches.

How the Strategy was developed

The Crime Prevention Strategy has been developed through a whole-of-community and government effort.

If you require immediate police attendance, call police on Triple Zero (000)

If you are a victim of burglary call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 and make a report

If you have any information regarding a crime, call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

If your car has been stolen also remember to notify your insurance company immediately.

Burglaries and theft are often opportunistic and individuals can take simple actions to prevent crime.

Education and awareness programs have been found to be effective in this space. Read tips on designing an effective crime prevention education and awareness campaign.