Crime Rates for Bonshaw, VIC
⇌ Compare Bonshaw with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Bonshaw (3352) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 150 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 15,806 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Bonshaw, VIC in 2021 was 949. In the last 10 years, Bonshaw, VIC's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 63.3 people. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 10.2 people. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 474.5 people. When considering these numbers, it is also important to consider the trends of these numbers compared to the greater melbourne area.
Most Common Crimes in Bonshaw for 2026: B Property and deception offences (110), A Crimes against the person (20), C Drug offences (9).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 33 | 34 | 67 | 57 | 105 | 92 | 150 |
| A Crimes against the person | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 6 | 20 | 13 | 20 |
| B Property and deception offences | 6 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 20 | 22 | 42 | 34 | 68 | 69 | 110 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 16 | 13 | 6 | 8 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 150 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 394 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 15 | 6 | 150.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 3 | 6 | -50.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 4 reported cases of Arson. | 4 | 0 | 400.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Property damage. | 12 | 11 | 9.09% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 24 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 24 | 14 | 71.43% |
| Theft In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 69 reported cases of Theft. | 69 | 44 | 56.82% |
| Deception In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Deception. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 3 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 3 | 0 | 300.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 6 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 6 | 0 | 600.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 1 | 4 | -75.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 8 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 8 | 5 | 60.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2026 Mar), people in 2021Crime rates are shown as offences per 100,000 people. These figures are based on the latest reported offences and population data from the last census (2021). Rates may appear higher or lower than current reality depending on population changes, so it is difficult to declare any suburb completely safe or unsafe.
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FAQ About Crime in Bonshaw, VIC
How common is car theft in the Bonshaw, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 9 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 0 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Bonshaw, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Bonshaw, VIC are Electrical Appliances (160), Timber/Build Mat (120), Household Items (66), Car Accessories (44) and Power Tools (44).
What is the crime rate in Bonshaw, VIC?
Bonshaw, VIC has a crime rate of 150 reported criminal offences.
Is Bonshaw, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Bonshaw, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 15,806 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Bonshaw, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Bonshaw, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 110 reported offences.
Has crime in the Bonshaw, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Bonshaw, VIC have increased by 341% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Bonshaw, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 20 offenses against persons in Bonshaw, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Bonshaw, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 109 property crime offenses in Bonshaw, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Bonshaw, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Bonshaw, VIC recorded 9 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Bonshaw (2021)
Bonshaw is a quiet suburb with around 949 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 41.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.7 people. The median household weekly income is $1854, though the unemployment rate stands at 2.5%. A majority of people (78%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Safest suburbs around Bonshaw, VIC
If you’re considering living near Bonshaw , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Cambrian Hill - 9 offences (0.03082 per 100,000 people)
- Newington - 91 offences (0.04935 per 100,000 people)
- Magpie - 29 offences (0.07880 per 100,000 people)
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- Sebastopol - 1522 offences (0.14930 per 100,000 people)
- Redan - 456 offences (0.15200 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Pleasant - 355 offences (0.15955 per 100,000 people)
- Winter Valley - 589 offences (0.17122 per 100,000 people)
- Smythes Creek - 307 offences (0.17423 per 100,000 people)
AI Analysis
- Crime data from 2016 to 2026 shows a general upward trend in offenses, particularly accelerating after 2021.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, increasing from single digits before 2019 to a peak of 69 incidents in 2026.
- Assault and related offenses are the primary violent crimes, rising notably from zero occurrences before 2019 to 15 in 2026.
- A major spike is observed in theft and assault categories between 2023 and 2026, indicating worsening safety conditions.
- Overall, the significant rise in both property and violent crimes suggests increasing challenges to community safety over the analyzed period.
Disclaimer: This content is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify information independently.
*Unincorporated/Out Of Council - Areas that are not governed by a local government authority
Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics
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