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Provisional personal insolvency numbers decrease in December 2023

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Graphs presenting the new personal insolvencies recorded for December 2023. To quickly grasp the figures, consult the summarized information provided below. For a more comprehensive breakdown, refer to the workbooks available on the Monthly Personal Insolvency Statistics page.

Personal insolvencies decreased in December 2023, according to new monthly statistics released today by the Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA).

During December, there were 805 new formal personal insolvencies – falling from 853 in November.

Of the new personal insolvencies, 509 were bankruptcies, 289 were debt agreements, 7 were personal insolvency agreements, and 0 was insolvent deceased estates.

Where AFSA could identify the industry an individual worked in, the most common industries were:

  • Construction (89)
  • Health care and social assistance (86)
  • Retail trade (81)
  • Other services (81)

In December 2023, there were 7 new temporary debt protections.

Throughout the period, 232 people who entered a formal personal insolvency were also involved in a business – rising from 205 in November.

Data provided in the monthly statistics is provisional and not final. For final data, please see AFSA’s quarterly personal insolvency statistics.

People experiencing financial stress are encouraged to seek support early. Free confidential assistance is available through the National Debt Helpline.

If you’re facing and considering formal insolvency options, reach out to a registered trustee or registered debt agreement administrator.

More information about our statistics are available at Statistics.