Bronte crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
216 recorded in this period, compared with 246 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bronte
Bronte is a coastal suburb located in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, situated 7 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district within the Waverley Council local government area (Postcode 2024). Geographically, the locality is characterised by its dramatic sandstone cliffs, prominent oceanfront topography, and Bronte Beach, which is nestled between Tamarama to the north and Clovelly to the south. The suburb's residential areas comprise a mix of Federation-style homes, apartment blocks, and contemporary residences, housing a population that predominantly consists of young professionals and families.
Local life in Bronte centres heavily around outdoor recreation, coastal tourism, and community amenities. The suburb is framed by Bronte Park, which provides expansive green spaces, shaded picnic areas, and children's recreational facilities directly behind the beach. The coastline forms part of the popular Bondi to Coogee coastal walk, attracting walkers and tourists year-round. Commercial activity is primarily concentrated along Macpherson Street and Marine Parade, featuring local cafes, restaurants, and retail shops that serve the resident and visitor population.
The area is historically significant for its association with early colonial land grants and the development of Sydney's coastal infrastructure. The suburb derives its name from Bronte House, a historic Gothic Revival marine villa constructed in 1845 by Robert Lowe, which was named in honour of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, the Duke of Bronte. Bronte House is heritage-listed and remains one of the area's most notable architectural landmarks, reflecting the early nineteenth-century settlement patterns of Sydney's eastern seaboard.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 26 | 14 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 17 | 9 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 29 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 18 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 14 | 17 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 17 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 16 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 13 |
| Other theft | 9 | 21 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 8 | 15 |
| Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 6 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 4 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 6 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 6 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 7 |
| Other drug offences | 5 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 4 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,166 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.