Is Ivanhoe Safe? (2026)
Ivanhoe is residential with good community infrastructure.
Important: We do not publish crime statistics directly. The authoritative source is the Crime Statistics Agency Victoria. Look up Ivanhoe specifically for current data.
Safety Infrastructure
| Resource | Count |
|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 14 |
| Parks (lit, public) | 28 |
| Total local businesses | 87 |
The suburb has a steady community presence during business hours.
Medical Facilities
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Hospital for Women | 163 Studley Road, Heidelberg | — |
| Mount Street Medical Centre | — | — |
| Hill Crest Medical Centre | 18-22 Bell Street | — |
| Ostopathic Clinic | — | — |
| Waterdale Medical Specialist Rooms | 249 Waterdale Road | — |
| The Local Doctor | — | — |
| Ivanhoe Endoscopy Centre | 226 Upper Heidelberg Road | — |
| Austin Hospital | 145 Studley Road | — |
Practical Safety Tips for Ivanhoe
- Lock your car — opportunistic theft happens everywhere in Melbourne
- Know your neighbours — community connection is the best safety net
- Report suspicious activity — call 000 for emergencies, Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 for non-urgent
- Light your property — sensor lights deter opportunistic crime
- Secure bikes — bike theft is Melbourne’s most common property crime
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance) | 000 |
| Police non-emergency | 131 444 |
| Crime Stoppers | 1800 333 000 |
| SES (floods, storms) | 132 500 |
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Ivanhoe
- Best Cafes in Ivanhoe
- Best Bars in Ivanhoe
- Cost of Living in Ivanhoe
- Ivanhoe Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Ivanhoe
- Ivanhoe Transport Guide
- Ivanhoe Property Market
Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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