Crime Rates for Brunswick, VIC
As of Year 2025 Jun The Brunswick (3056) crime rate for the 2025 was calculated from 3323 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 13,348 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Brunswick, VIC in 2021 was 24,896. In the last 10 years, Brunswick, VIC's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 116.3 residents. Regarding property crime (Burglary and Theft）, the rate is 1 offence per 12.4 residents. In addition, the rate of total Community Safety (Stalking and Harassment) is 1 offence per 553.2 residents. 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 Brunswick for 2025: B Property and deception offences (2486), A Crimes against the person (368), E Justice procedures offences (237).
| Type/Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2889 | 3093 | 2722 | 2771 | 2992 | 2804 | 2520 | 2524 | 2745 | 2802 | 3323 |
| A Crimes against the person | 310 | 315 | 272 | 311 | 337 | 302 | 284 | 425 | 288 | 362 | 368 |
| B Property and deception offences | 2092 | 2272 | 1965 | 1980 | 2082 | 2004 | 1713 | 1680 | 2033 | 2022 | 2486 |
| C Drug offences | 99 | 113 | 126 | 137 | 132 | 133 | 118 | 114 | 125 | 89 | 121 |
| D Public order and security offences | 131 | 154 | 133 | 168 | 178 | 123 | 90 | 80 | 98 | 137 | 109 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 251 | 219 | 215 | 167 | 257 | 225 | 188 | 195 | 197 | 191 | 237 |
| F Other offences | 6 | 20 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 127 | 30 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 3323 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2015 to 2025, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'B Property and deception offences' with 22329 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2025) | offences (2024) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 199 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 199 | 175 | 13.71% |
| Robbery In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Robbery. | 15 | 9 | 66.67% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 45 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 45 | 112 | -59.82% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 19 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 19 | 14 | 35.71% |
| crimes against the person In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 90 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 90 | 52 | 73.08% |
| Arson In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 21 reported cases of Arson. | 21 | 7 | 200.00% |
| Property damage In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 310 reported cases of Property damage. | 310 | 250 | 24.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 335 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 335 | 228 | 46.93% |
| Theft In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 1677 reported cases of Theft. | 1677 | 1342 | 24.96% |
| Deception In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 143 reported cases of Deception. | 143 | 195 | -26.67% |
| Bribery In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 7 | 7 | 0.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 12 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 12 | 8 | 50.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 102 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 102 | 74 | 37.84% |
| Other drug offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 49 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 49 | 37 | 32.43% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 26 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 26 | 32 | -18.75% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 34 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 34 | 68 | -50.00% |
| Public security offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 30 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 30 | 32 | -6.25% |
| Breaches of orders In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 207 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 207 | 159 | 30.19% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2025, Brunswick, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Miscellaneous offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
AI Analysis
1. Overall Crime Trends:
- Total crimes show fluctuations with some categories increasing in recent years (e.g., Assault, Burglary), while others declined or remained stable.
- Property and deception offences consistently dominate crime numbers, particularly theft.
- Crime against the person shows moderate variability but generally stable assault rates.
- Drug offences and public order offences have modestly fluctuated with no clear long-term trend.
2. Most Common and Serious Crime Types:
- Theft (B40) is the most common crime, peaking at 1677 incidents in 2025; lowest was 1063 in 2022.
- Burglary/break and enter (B30) also significant, with a high of 335 in 2025 and low of 137 in 2021.
- Assault and related offences (A20) are the most serious violent crime, with 201 incidents in 2016 and 199 in 2025.
- Property damage (B20) remains high, with 310 cases in 2025 after a low of 163 in 2020.
3. Significant Year-to-Year Spikes or Drops:
- Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour (A70) sharply dropped from 112 in 2024 to 45 in 2025.
- Burglary decreased notably from 335 in 2025 to 228 in 2024, then rose again in 2023.
- Deception offences (B50) dropped from 305 in 2016 to 143 in 2025, showing a long-term decline.
- Public nuisance offences (D30) peaked at 68 in 2024, then fell to 34 in 2025.
- Breaches of orders (E20) decreased from 207 in 2025 to 159 in 2024, indicating some volatility.
4. Safety-Relevant Observations:
- Property crimes (theft, burglary, property damage) dominate and show an overall upward trend in recent years, indicating rising risks to property security.
- Violent crimes (assault) are relatively stable but remain a key safety concern with nearly 200 cases annually.
- Drug use and possession offences remain consistently reported around 90-123 annually, suggesting ongoing drug-related issues.
- Public order offences such as disorderly conduct and weapons offences show variability but no drastic increases, implying moderate community safety risk.
- Sharp drops in stalking/harassment and certain public nuisance offences in 2025 may indicate improved enforcement or reporting changes.
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Overview
No of offences (As of Year 2025 Jun), people in 2021Community Snapshot – Brunswick (2021)
Brunswick is a vibrant suburb with 24896 residents. While families are part of the community, only about 32.2% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.1 people. The median household weekly income is $2096, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.7%. While 66.4% of residents were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Safest suburbs around Brunswick, VIC
If you’re considering living near Brunswick , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Pascoe Vale South - 569 offences (0.05402 per 100,000 people)
- Brunswick West - 1143 offences (0.07751 per 100,000 people)
- Carlton North - 535 offences (0.08661 per 100,000 people)
- Brunswick East - 1151 offences (0.08668 per 100,000 people)
- Fitzroy North - 1189 offences (0.09303 per 100,000 people)
- Travancore - 212 offences (0.10019 per 100,000 people)
- Coburg - 2863 offences (0.10774 per 100,000 people)
- Princes Hill - 259 offences (0.12918 per 100,000 people)
- Parkville - 1233 offences (0.17430 per 100,000 people)
Common FAQ about Brunswick, VIC Criminal
How common is car theft in the Brunswick, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 189 motor vehicle theft offenses recorded, averaging 1 offense(s) every day.
What are the most commonly stolen property items in burglary/break and enter and theft offences in Brunswick, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, the most commonly stolen items in Brunswick, VIC are Cash/Document (6772), Personal Property (5680), Car Accessories (3410), Electrical Appliances (3397) and Jewellery (2648).
What is the crime rate in Brunswick, VIC?
Brunswick, VIC has a crime rate of 3323 reported criminal offences.
Is Brunswick, VIC a safe suburb?
No, Brunswick, VIC is not considered safe, as its crime rate of 13,348 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Brunswick, VIC?
In 2025, the most common crime type in Brunswick, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 2486 reported offences.
Has crime in the Brunswick, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Brunswick, VIC have increased by 19% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Brunswick, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 368 offenses against persons in Brunswick, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Brunswick, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, there were 2343 property crime offenses in Brunswick, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Brunswick, VIC?
As of Year 2025 Jun, Brunswick, VIC recorded 121 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
*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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