Crime Rates for Bunkers Hill, VIC
⇌ Compare Bunkers Hill with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Bunkers Hill (3352) crime rate for the 2026 was calculated from 34 reported criminal offences, equating to a rate of 12,593 offences per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Bunkers Hill, VIC in 2021 was 270. In the last 10 years, Bunkers Hill, VIC's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data indicates that the rate of Assault and Robbery is 1 offence per 135 people.Recent data indicates that the rate of property crime (Burglary and Theft) is 1 offence per 12.3 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 Bunkers Hill for 2026: B Property and deception offences (22), C Drug offences (6), A Crimes against the person (3).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 8 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 20 | 6 | 10 | 34 |
| A Crimes against the person | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| B Property and deception offences | 8 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 22 |
| C Drug offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| D Public order and security offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| E Justice procedures offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| F Other offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 34 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 91 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | offences (2026) | offences (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assault and related offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Assault and related offences. | 2 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Robbery In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Robbery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Dangerous and negligent acts endangering people. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| crimes against the person In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of crimes against the person. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Arson In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Arson. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Property damage In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Property damage. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Burglary/Break and enter In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 7 reported cases of Burglary/Break and enter. | 7 | 0 | 700.00% |
| Theft In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 15 reported cases of Theft. | 15 | 5 | 200.00% |
| Deception In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Deception. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Bribery In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Bribery. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug dealing and trafficking In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Drug dealing and trafficking. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Cultivate or manufacture drugs. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Drug use and possession In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 5 reported cases of Drug use and possession. | 5 | 0 | 500.00% |
| Other drug offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other drug offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Weapons and explosives offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 2 reported cases of Weapons and explosives offences. | 2 | 0 | 200.00% |
| Disorderly and offensive conduct In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Disorderly and offensive conduct. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public nuisance offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public nuisance offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public security offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Public security offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Justice procedures In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 1 reported cases of Justice procedures. | 1 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Breaches of orders In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Breaches of orders. | 0 | 1 | -100.00% |
| Regulatory driving offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Regulatory driving offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Transport regulation offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Transport regulation offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other government regulatory offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 0 reported cases of Other government regulatory offences. | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Miscellaneous offences In 2026, Bunkers Hill, 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 Bunkers Hill, VIC
How common is car theft in the Bunkers Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 2 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 Bunkers Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, the most commonly stolen items in Bunkers Hill, VIC are Car Accessories (21), Tools (14), Power Tools (12), Cash/Document (10) and Timber/Build Mat (8).
What is the crime rate in Bunkers Hill, VIC?
Bunkers Hill, VIC has a crime rate of 34 reported criminal offences.
Is Bunkers Hill, VIC a safe suburb?
Based on official statistics, Bunkers Hill, VIC may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 12,593 offenses per 100,000 people is higher than the overall crime rate in Victoria.
What is the most common crime in Bunkers Hill, VIC?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Bunkers Hill, VIC was B Property and deception offences with 22 reported offences.
Has crime in the Bunkers Hill, VIC increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Bunkers Hill, VIC have increased by 467% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Bunkers Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 3 offenses against persons in Bunkers Hill, VIC, including robbery, assault, stalking, and other crimes.
What is the rate of property crime in Bunkers Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, there were 22 property crime offenses in Bunkers Hill, VIC, including arson, theft, burglary, and other related crimes.
What is the number of drug offenses in Bunkers Hill, VIC?
As of Year 2026 Mar, Bunkers Hill, VIC recorded 6 drug offenses, including drug dealing, drug use, drug manufacturing, and other related crimes.
Community Snapshot – Bunkers Hill (2021)
Bunkers Hill is a quiet suburb with around 270 people. While families are part of the community, only about 39% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $2058, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.9%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 93% of people born in Australia.
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Safest suburbs around Bunkers Hill, VIC
If you’re considering living near Bunkers Hill , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Haddon - 33 offences (0.02586 per 100,000 people)
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- Lucas - 253 offences (0.08450 per 100,000 people)
- Cardigan - 99 offences (0.09305 per 100,000 people)
- Nintingbool - 16 offences (0.09524 per 100,000 people)
- Delacombe - 617 offences (0.11409 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
- Over the decade, crime rates have fluctuated with some offenses like assault remaining low, while property crimes show variable patterns.
- Theft is the dominant property crime, peaking notably in 2026 with 15 incidents, indicating a recent surge compared to earlier years.
- Assault and related offenses represent the primary violent crime category but maintain low counts, generally ranging from 0 to 2 incidents per year.
- A major spike occurred in theft in 2026, jumping from single digits or low teens in prior years, and burglary peaked in 2026 as well with 7 incidents.
- Overall, the low levels of violent crime combined with spikes in theft suggest a need for targeted intervention in property crime to enhance community safety.
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*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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