Bronte Crime Index
80
(100 is safest)
Safer than 80% of most Australia suburbs
Bronte Crime Map
Bronte Crime Statistics at a Glance
The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Bronte.
- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 373, up 68% from 222 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Bronte is in the 46th percentile for safety, meaning 54% of NSW suburbs are safer than Bronte and 46% of suburbs are more dangerous than Bronte.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 6% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 13% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 46% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 22% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 27% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Bronte: An In-Depth Analysis
Based on the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, AU Crime Rate’s analysis indicates that Bronte is safer than only 80% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Bronte’s crime rate is noticeably lower than the average compared to most Australia’s suburbs.
How does Bronte perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Bronte is greater than that of roughly 54% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.
As a resident of Bronte, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 49 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property. This is in contrast to the New South Wales average, where the chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 20.
To get a more comprehensive understanding of Bronte’s crime statistics, it is essential to take a closer look at its against the person and property crime data. This examination is particularly critical because it enables us to determine whether violent crime, property crime, or both are the primary contributors to the total crime rate in Bronte. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Bronte.
AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Bronte is 615 per one hundred thousand inhabitants. By contrast, the statewide average for such crimes stands at 1500. This suggests that experiencing serious offences like homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, or extortion is 1 in 162 if you reside in Bronte.
Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Bronte are 1 in 71, with a rate of 1397 incidents per 100,000 residents. Keep in mind that the NSW average is 3158 incidents per 100,000 residents. The types of property crimes tracked in this analysis include theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property.
Looking to understand the various types of criminal offences in New South Wales and make sense of crime data? Check out our NSW crime glossary for easy-to-understand definitions of common criminal offences.
Bronte Crime Rates by Offences Division
| Division | Number of Crimes | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|
| Crimes against the person | 44 | 615 |
| Property and deception offences | 100 | 1397 |
| Drug offences | 17 | 237 |
| Public order and security offences | 10 | 140 |
| Justice procedures offences | 13 | 182 |
| Other offences | 189 | 2640 |
| Total | 373 | 5211 |
Bronte Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 162
In Bronte
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Bronte vs NSW
Bronte population: 7158
NSW population: 8058541
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 72 | 0 | 1 |
| Assault | 19 | 62864 | 265 | 770 |
| Sexual offences | 7 | 14650 | 98 | 179 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1760 | 0 | 22 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 203 | 0 | 3 |
| Blackmail and Extortion | 0 | 127 | 0 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 40910 | 210 | 501 |
| Other offences against the person | 3 | 1883 | 42 | 23 |
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Bronte crime rates for the selected offences.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Murder | 0 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 42 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 56 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 112 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 140 |
Bronte Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 71
In Bronte
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Bronte vs NSW, Australia
Bronte population: 7158
NSW population: 8058541
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theft | 77 | 180028 | 1076 | 2204 |
| Burglary/Break and Enter | 7 | 24967 | 98 | 306 |
| Arson | 0 | 3760 | 0 | 46 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 49136 | 224 | 602 |
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Bronte crime statistics for each offence type.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 56 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 13 | 182 |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 14 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 84 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 14 |
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Bronte vs New South Wales
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug use and possession | 12 | 34032 | 168 | 41667 |
| Drug dealing and trafficking | 4 | 6293 | 56 | 7705 |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs | 0 | 1116 | 0 | 1366 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 5841 | 14 | 72 |
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Bronte vs NSW
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disorderly conduct | 8 | 17321 | 112 | 212.07 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 14664 | 28 | 179.54 |
Bronte Crimes per Square KM
Bronte Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Bronte in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Bronte in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Bronte?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Bronte is fraud.
What is the crime rate in Bronte?
The overall crime rate in Bronte, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5211 in the year ending December 2021.
However, it’s important to note that this is an aggregate figure that includes all types of crime, and some types of offences are more prevalent than others. Additionally, crime rates can vary by location, with some areas experiencing higher rates of certain types of crime than others.
Is Bronte a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Bronte total crime rate in 2021 was 5211. This means it’s 46% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Bronte has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Bronte safe at night?
41% of crimes in Bronte occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Bronte at night.
Total Crime Stats of Bronte
| Division | Subdivision | Offence type | Year (2020) | Year (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Murder | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Attempted murder | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Murder accessory, conspiracy | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Manslaughter | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Assault Police | 2 | 1 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 8 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 10 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual assault | 0 | 3 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 8 | 35 |
| Crimes against the person | Robbery | Robbery | 21 | 4 |
| Crimes against the person | Abduction and kidnapping | Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Blackmail and extortion | Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Intimidation, stalking and harassment | Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 11 | 15 |
| Crimes against the person | Other offences against the person | Other offences against the person | 0 | 3 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 4 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 13 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from retail store | 1 | 1 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Receiving or handling stolen goods | 8 | 6 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from dwelling | 4 | 7 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from person | 3 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Stock theft | 0 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Fraud | 21 | 35 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Other theft offences | 10 | 11 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 6 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 11 |
| Property and deception offences | Arson | Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Malicious damage to property | Malicious damage to property | 22 | 16 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of cocaine | 5 | 3 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of narcotics | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 8 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 1 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 8 | 4 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in narcotics | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Cultivate or manufacture drugs | Cultivating cannabis | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Cultivate or manufacture drugs | Manufacture drug | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Importing drugs | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Other drug offences | Other drug offences | 3 | 1 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Trespass | 4 | 4 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive conduct | 5 | 3 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive language | 0 | 1 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Criminal intent | 0 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 0 | 2 |
| Other offences | Betting and gaming offences | Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Liquor offences | Liquor offences | 9 | 6 |
| Other offences | Pornography offences | Pornography offences | 0 | 1 |
| Other offences | Prostitution offences | Prostitution offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Transport regulatory offences | Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Miscellaneous offences | Miscellaneous offences | 17 | 182 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Escape custody | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 4 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach bail conditions | 6 | 6 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Fail to appear | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 2 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
Note: The data for murder and manslaughter refers to the number of recorded victims, not criminal incidents.
References
- NSW Police public site
- NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR).
- Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census QuickStats for all persons
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