Summary of offences recorded in Ballarat and Victoria 2009/2010

July 18, 2010

Victoria Police crime statistics show how crime against property (offences recorded) rose by 8 percent in Ballarat from 2008/2009 to 2009/2010, but decreased by 6.9 percent across the state for the same period.

Crime against property includes burglary, theft (shopsteal), theft from and of motor vehicles, property damage and more.

Whether you live in Ballarat or anywhere in the state, we highly recommend having residential or commercial insurance for your building and contents (or contents only if you lease), and having comprehensive alarm systems installed. You can never be too secure or protected when it comes to what is usually your biggest asset – your home or business.