# Crime & Safety — Greater Bendigo

Recorded crime in the area — the overall offence rate per 100,000 residents, the mix of offence types, and how it is changing. Sourced from state and territory police data; offence definitions differ by state, so comparisons across state lines are indicative only.

Area: Greater Bendigo (Council (LGA))

Crime rates in Greater Bendigo have risen by 6.9% over the last five years. Despite this increase, the area remains safer than most other regions, with 7,124 recorded offences per 100,000 people.

The crime rate here is lower than most other areas. Theft is the most common offence at 26.0%, followed by assault and related crimes at 12.4%.

Theft is notably common, with a rate higher than most areas at 1,854 per 100,000. Robbery is also higher than most areas, while drug offences and motor vehicle theft are lower.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 7,124 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 881 | — |
| Sexual offences rate | 237 | — |
| Robbery rate | 29 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 460 | — |
| Theft rate | 1,854 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 215 | — |
| Property damage rate | 683 | — |
| Drug offences rate | 268 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | 6.9% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/lga/LGA22620/greater-bendigo/topic/crime-safety