Bayside is generally considered to be a safe community, but it’s still worth paying attention to our own personal safety.
Mayor Cr Hanna El Mouallem says everyone deserves to feel safe no matter where they live.
“We’re committed to working closely with the Victoria Police to take a proactive approach to identify and address any safety issues experienced by residents and visitors to the municipality.”
“We have frequent meetings with Victoria Police and collaborate closely with local community organisations and support services. By working together, we can ensure that Bayside remains a safe, vibrant and welcoming community,” Cr Hanna El Mouallem said.
Glen Eira Bayside Victoria Police Local Area Commander Inspector Dr Cath Wilkins said that Bayside remains an overwhelmingly safe place to live. Police will continue to work collaboratively with Bayside council and residents in order to deter offenders and prevent crime in the first instance.
“We will continue to conduct uniform and covert patrols in known hotspots, ensuring compliance with bail and curfews, responding swiftly to reports of suspicious behaviour and working with the Bayside Local Community Safety Committee to problem solve issues,” Inspector Dr Cath Wilkins said.
“For residents, the locking of homes and cars plays a significant role in deterring opportunistic thieves who may approach multiple houses to find the easiest access point, be that an unlocked door or window.
“Addressing crime requires a concerted collaborative community effort and I thank Bayside City Council and residents for their proactive efforts to preventing crime in Bayside.”
Everyone can play a role in helping to keep Bayside safe.
