Europe: Crime Index by City 2018 (2023)

FAQs

Which city has the highest crime rate in Europe? ›

Finland

Its capital, Helsinki, is often considered one of the world's safest cities, transportation is easy and reliable, and risk of even petty crime is quite low.

United States robbery rates were approximately four times higher than those in Europe. Theft and auto theft in the United States were approximately twice as high as in Europe.

Our ruling. Hayes said that when the U.S. is compared to the European Union, "we're something like 23 times more likely" to have homicides and handgun killings.

Faroe Islands. Arguably the continent's best kept secret and without a doubt one of the wildest places in Europe, the Faroe Islands is a group of 18 volcanic islands tucked between Iceland and Norway.

The most dangerous countries in Europe are Turkey, Kosovo, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Montenegro (according to Global Peace Index 2022 data). However, Europe is still the safest region in the world.

Rarely does anyone have to cope with crime in Copenhagen; ranked first place on the 2021 Safe Cities Index, making this European metropolis officially the safest city in the world, according to research conducted by The Economist.

Which city has the highest violent crime rate? ›

Yes, Europe is typically safer than the USA. In fact, 13 of the world's top 20 safest countries are located in Europe. In contrast, the United States ranks in 129th place on the Global Peace Index 2022.

However, Alaska is the most dangerous state in the US, with the highest violent and property crime rate out of any state. Out of a population of 736,081, Alaska's crime rate was 30.89 per 1,000 people in 2022. Aggravated assault is one of the most common types of crime in Alaska, with 4,222 incidents reported.

Overall, Europe has a lower cost of living due to lower healthcare expenses, a weakening euro currency, and low inflation. Europeans, however, tend to pay more of their income to taxes, and average wages tend to be lower than in America.

New Hampshire recorded the lowest murder rate in the U.S. during 2020, at less than 1 per 100,000 people. It was also second in lowest rates of aggravated assaults, and sixth-lowest in robberies.

Liechtenstein. The Principality of Liechtenstein is the leader in the list of the least visited countries in Europe.

1. Spain. During my travels throughout Europe, I had the opportunity to discover some truly amazing places, but no other country made me feel more alive and inspired than Spain, with its monumental cities, dazzling costas, and gloriously laid-back way of life.

If you can handle the cold, Germany and the Netherlands are two of the most popular countries for expats, both offering international communities and unique residency options. Switzerland: Although many European countries offer a better quality of life than the U.S., Switzerland takes the cake.

Where should I live if I only speak English in Europe? ›

While we have already discussed that Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland are some of the top English speaking countries, we shouldn't forget that Germany and Belgium are very high up the list, with over 62% of the population in Germany being English speakers and 61% in Belgium!

The Winner: The Best Place To Live

The best destination to live as an expat in 2022? Mexico is the winner, with 91% of expats saying they are happy with their life South of the Border. Drilling down, Mexico ranks first for the ease of settling in and second for personal finances.

The most dangerous countries to visit in 2023 are Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Iraq, Libya, Mali, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria, Ukraine and Yemen according to the latest Travel Risk Map, an interactive tool produced by security specialists at International SOS.

Liechtenstein: For quiet mountain exploring

This petite sliver of a country sits nestled in the mountains between Switzerland and Austria. Being so small it has no airport of its own, but access via road or rail from surrounding countries is a breeze. Despite this, it's Europe's least visited country.

The top 10 was dominated by western European cities, which make up half of those on the list. Copenhagen follows Vienna in second place, with Zurich taking third place with Calgary in Canada. Not far behind is Geneva in number six, followed by Frankfurt at seven. Amsterdam secured number nine.

Having visited Paris on numerous occasions for business and pleasure, and lived and worked there for some time, I can quite categorically say that London is far safer than Paris. I may be biased being a Londoner but London doesn't have the same street crime that Paris enjoys.

What 10 cities have the highest crime rate? ›

The latest dangerous list by 2023, The top 10 most dangerous cities in the US are Memphis, Detroit, Little Rock, Tacoma, Pueblo, St. Louis, Kansas City, Cleveland, Springfield and Rockford. As per FBI Crime data, Most dangerous cities in US List Updated in Jan, 2023.

The most dangerous city in the US is Memphis, Tennessee. With a population of 628,127, Memphis has a crime rate that is 237% higher than the national average. Memphis has 7,913 crimes per 100,000 people, with an exceptionally high violent crime rate.

Yet there is no doubting which is the safer city. "Rome is fundamentally much more dangerous than London," says Professor Beard. "There is no-one to report a crime to." All of which makes Rome seem a rather bleak place to live - were it not for the...

Paris is known for its lack of cleanliness while London seems less dirty, although it is not a model in terms of cleanliness. Yet, its underground is considered an example of cleanliness.

Paris is a moderately safe place to visit. It has average safety comparable to other similar capital cities, and safety concerns include pickpocketing, terrorism, and civil protests. Paris can be a very safe place for tourists if you know what areas and situations to avoid.

However, Alaska is the most dangerous state in the US, with the highest violent and property crime rate out of any state. Out of a population of 736,081, Alaska's crime rate was 30.89 per 1,000 people in 2022. Aggravated assault is one of the most common types of crime in Alaska, with 4,222 incidents reported.

What city has the most gangsters? ›

Chicago. The Chicago Crime Commission publication "The Gang Book 1012" gave the statistic that Chicago has more gang members than any other city in the world with a reported population of 150,000.

Seattle is a very safe city for those worried about being a victim of violence. Seattle also has a high Covid-19 vaccination rate. Its weather is generally mild, albeit rainy, with little chance of natural disasters.