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Is Bunbury safe? 🇦🇺

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Bunbury 🇦🇺

Australia · Assessed 13 November 2026

93

/ 100

Yes — very safe

Safer than ~98% of countries

What drives this score

Crime88/100GoodCrime index 47.4 / 100
Sentiment90/100GoodVery Positive
Advisories100Good
Stability86Good
Health89Good

01 · Official Guidance

Advisories

Good

U.S. Department of State

Level 1

Exercise Normal Precautions

“Exercise normal precautionin Australia. Australia is generally a safe destination for travelers.”

Updated Tue, 18 Aug 2026

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UK Foreign Office (FCDO)

Level 1

No advisory against travel

“Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East.”

Updated 2026-10-07T10:24:13Z

Full advisory →

Government of Canada

Level 1

Exercise normal security precautions

“Canada's official risk level for Australia: exercise normal security precautions.”

Updated 2026-11-02T06:56:00.6760986-05:00

Full advisory →

02 · Evidence Signals

Crime

Good

Mugging & robbery risk

Low risk
92

City SignalCity Web Research

Pickpocketing & theft risk

Low risk
96

City SignalCity Web Research

Visitor safety sentiment

85 / 100 (Very Positive)
85

City SignalCity Web Research

Urban scale factor

76k residents
88

City SignalCity Geocoding

Crime index (crowdsourced)

47.4 / 100
57

City SignalNumbeo Crime Index

Homicide rate

0.9 / 100k
95

Country BaselineWorld Bank Open Data · 2023

Feel safe walking alone after dark

No data
—

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database

Physical assault (past year)

No data
—

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database

Robbery / mugging

Low

Robbery risk is low, with no specific incidents targeting visitors highlighted in recent reports.

Pickpocketing

Low

Pickpocketing risk is low, though general vigilance is advised in any urban area.

▸ 3 more indicators

Sexual violence (past year)

0.6%
94

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2024

Detected human-trafficking victims

0.35 / 100k
87

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2024

Bribery during public-official contact

4.0%
90

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2016

03 · Environment

Health & Air

Good

Air quality

US AQI 52 · Moderate

Open-Meteo Air Quality

Hospitals

38 beds / 10k · country avg

WHO Global Health Observatory

Weather

November: highs ~29°C · no weather extremes

Open-Meteo

Road safety

4.9 / 100k

WHO Global Health Observatory

Natural hazards

No active alerts · low seismicity
100

Country BaselineGDACS / USGS

CDC travel health notices · none for this destination

Worldwide notices (not specific to this trip): Polio, Dengue, Measles

04 · Institutions

Stability

Good

Political stability & no terrorism

79/100
79

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Terrorism deaths (latest year)

0 recorded
100

Country BaselineGlobal Terrorism Database · 2021

Rule of law

83/100
83

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Control of corruption

85/100
85

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

▸ 3 more indicators

Government effectiveness

88/100
88

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Regulatory quality

84/100
84

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Voice & accountability

84/100
84

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

05 · Field Research

Current Situation

Stable

Traveller sentiment score

Very Positive

90/100

Reported feel85Very Positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk96Low risk

Australia as a whole is rated very safe by travelers, with a high safety score and ranking among the safest countries globally.

Bunbury is a very safe city for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong adherence to safety precautions.

Bunbury, Western Australia, presents a very low risk to travelers. Official advisories from multiple governments recommend exercising normal precautions, and data indicates low crime rates and high levels of safety and rule of law. While natural hazards like wildfires are a consideration, they are infrequent and localized.

Recent developments

  • Aug 2026Police deployed safety camera trailers full-time in Bunbury.— Western Australian Government
  • Aug 2026Police laid murder charges after a man was found dead at the Australind bus stop.— ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
  • May 2025A debate over homelessness and anti-social behaviour erupted in Bunbury.— ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
  • Jan 2026Pressure grew over WA tobacco shop laws in the wake of a Bunbury firebombing.— WAtoday

Common scams

  • Common tourist scams in Australia may include phone theft, pickpocketing, and various fraudulent schemes targeting travelers.
  • Be aware of potential scams that might involve fake offers or requests for money, especially if approached by strangers.
Which areas are safe? District-by-district ratings are on the Safety Map→

Full briefing

Bunbury is a city with a very low risk profile for travelers. Official government advisories from the US, UK, and Canada all recommend exercising normal precautions, reflecting a generally safe environment. Data indicates strong rule of law and low crime rates, with the city scoring well on composite safety indices.

Recent reports show the deployment of safety cameras in Bunbury, indicating a focus on traffic safety. While there was a serious incident involving a death at the Australind bus stop in August 2026, this appears to be an isolated event rather than a trend affecting general visitor safety. Discussions around homelessness and anti-social behavior have occurred, but these do not typically pose a direct threat to tourists.

Travelers should remain aware of their surroundings, as is prudent in any urban area. While specific risks of robbery and pickpocketing are low, general vigilance is advised. Be aware of common scams that can target tourists in Australia, such as phone theft or fraudulent schemes. Emergency services can be reached by dialing 000. Wildfires are noted as a potential natural hazard, particularly in warmer months, so staying informed about local weather is advisable.

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Report generated 13 November 2026

Sources: U.S. State Dept · UK FCDO · World Bank · WGI · UNODC · WHO · UN SDG · Global Terrorism Database · Numbeo · OpenStreetMap · Open-Meteo · CDC. Composite index recomputed at request time.

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06 · Neighbourhoods

Safest areas and areas to avoid

7 districts

Our field research rated 7 Bunbury districts for visitors: 6 safer, 1 needing caution. See them plotted on the Bunbury safety map.

Bunbury CBDcautionGenerally safe, but exercise caution after dark due to potential for anti-social behavior.

AustralindsaferConsidered a good area with its own amenities and less parking hassle than Bunbury CBD.

EatonsaferSimilar to Australind, offering good amenities and a relaxed atmosphere.

Clifton ParksaferA residential area close to Bunbury with good access to river walks.

KemertonsaferAn industrial and residential area, generally safe for visitors.

DardanupsaferA rural locality within the Greater Bunbury region, considered safe.

HarveysaferAnother rural locality within the Greater Bunbury region, considered safe.

6 safer1 caution0 avoidOpen the district map

07 · After Dark

Is Bunbury safe at night?

Robbery risk is low, with no specific incidents targeting visitors highlighted in recent reports.

After dark, be most careful around Bunbury CBD. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.

08 · Questions

Bunbury safety FAQ (2026)

Is Bunbury safe right now (2026)?

Bunbury is a very safe city for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong adherence to safety precautions. Bunbury, Western Australia, presents a very low risk to travelers. Official advisories from multiple governments recommend exercising normal precautions, and data indicates low crime rates and high levels of safety and rule of law. While natural hazards like wildfires are a consideration, they are infrequent and localized. (Assessed 13 November 2026.)

Is Bunbury safe for women, families and solo travelers?

Safety is not one number, and this Bunbury report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.

Which areas of Bunbury should tourists avoid?

No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.

What are the most common scams in Bunbury (2026)?

  • Common tourist scams in Australia may include phone theft, pickpocketing, and various fraudulent schemes targeting travelers.
  • Be aware of potential scams that might involve fake offers or requests for money, especially if approached by strangers.

How does Bunbury compare with other places in Australia (2026)?

Bunbury ranks #4 of 9 Australia destinations we've assessed, scoring 93/100. See the Australia safety overview for the full list.

How is this bunbury safety score calculated (2026)?

The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.

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