Brunswick West
Brunswick West Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Brunswick West Safety
Crime Type Distribution Click category for details
Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
Brunswick West Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Brunswick West Schools
Nearby Top Schools 6
Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School
St Columba's College
University High School
St Bernard's College
Brunswick Secondary College
Buckley Park College
Suburbs Near BRUNSWICK WEST
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📍 About Brunswick West
BRUNSWICK WEST is situated in Northern Melbourne, home to 14,746 residents with a population density of 4583 people/km² according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The local housing market shows strong performance based on Data Vic Q2 2025 figures, with median house prices reaching $1.3M (representing a 68% increase over 10 years) and median unit prices at $0.5M (up 16% over 10 years).
Education: Educational options in the area include access to quality schooling, with nearby private institution Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School achieving a #40 ranking among private schools according to VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Residents benefit from a relatively secure environment, with Crime Statistics Agency data (September 2025) showing a crime rate of 6144 per 100,000 - notably lower at 0.90x the Victorian average of 6810, confirming this as a safe area.
Demographics: The suburb features a diverse community composition, with Chinese residents making up 4.70% of the population (approximately 693 people), representing a smaller Chinese community within the area.
Transport: Brunswick West offers convenient access to Melbourne's centre, positioned approximately 11.5km from the CBD with an 18-minute drive time by car, while train services are available from stations in neighbouring areas.