Data from Numbeo, the largest database of user-contributed data on cities and countries around the world, shows that crime has increased across Europe in recent years.
Are “crime indexhelps people make informed decisions about their travel plans. The index ranges from 0 to 100.
“We consider crime levels lower than 20 as very low, crime levels between 20 and 40 as low, crime levels between 40 and 60 as moderate, crime levels between 60 and 80 as high, and crime levels higher than 80 as very high.”
With five cities in the top 10, France appears to be the most dangerous destination in Europe, followed by the United Kingdom (3 cities), Belgium (1) and Italy (1).
The “safest” cities on this index start with “high” crime rates.
10. Paris, France – 57.8 (high)
Crime in Paris has increased dramatically in the past five years (72.98). Crimes against property, such as theft and drug and drug trafficking, score the highest at (67.58) and (64.19).
The theft of electronic devices, wallets and wallets is one of the biggest crimes that affect travelers. Paris is ranked as one of the pickpocket capitals of Europe.
9. Nantes, France – 59.2 high
Nantes is another French city where crime has increased sharply in recent years (78.16).
The city’s top concerns are drug trafficking (67.13) and theft (65.24). The latter mainly happens in busy areas or on public transport. It includes pickpocketing, burglaries and luggage/car thefts.
8. Grenoble, France – 59.8 high
Like the other two French cities on this list, Grenoble is experiencing a significant spike in drug trafficking and use (71.21) and problems with home invasions and theft (68.88).
Pickpocketing, purse snatching and burglary are common in busy areas where tourists are mainly present.
7. Liège, Belgium – 60.6 (high)
Liège is the third most populous city in Belgium after Brussels and Antwerp, and it is also the most dangerous place in the country.
This commercial and cultural center is currently experiencing an increase in property crime and theft (69.2).
Robberies involving heavy weapons have become a common occurrence. Walking alone at night or leaving the city center is not recommended.
6. Naples, Italy – 62.6 (high)
Robbery of property and theft are the most common crimes travelers encounter in Naples (69.03). Another crime on the rise is drug trafficking (66.76) and car theft (66.69).
Petty theft is the most common crime visitors experience. It mainly happens around tourist attractions and on public transport.
5. Montpellier, France – 62.7 (high)
Data shows that crime in Montpellier has increased dramatically over the past five years (83.96, very high). Interestingly, concerns about verbal abuse scored highest (71.24), followed by concerns about being attacked (64.56).
Robberies and robberies have also become a major concern among locals and visitors (63.89).
4. Birmingham, United Kingdom – 63.5 (high)
One of the most common crimes you will encounter in Birmingham is theft (68.78). People are also worried about being attacked on the street (62.04) or becoming the victim of an armed robbery (64.46).
According to a 2022 report, Birmingham is the most dangerous large city in the West Midlands, with 145 crimes per 1,000 people.
3. Coventry, United Kingdom – 64.9 (high)
The overall crime rate in Coventry is higher than in cities such as Belfast, Camden, Tower Hamlets, Bristol or London.
Crime statistics have increased in the last five years (72.37). As in other major European cities in this ranking, burglary and theft are Coventry’s biggest concerns (69.71).
Burglary into homes is also a problem (63.02).
2. Marseille, France – 65.9 (high)
Marseille has been in the news several times in recent years due to the increase in crime (71.59).
Drug trafficking appears to be the worst problem currently facing authorities (74.52). Vandalism and theft are crimes that affect the population most (73.99).
Crime in Marseille has surpassed that in Paris, Lyon, Grenoble and Bordeaux.
1. Bradford, United Kingdom – 68.1 (high)
The most dangerous city in Europe, according to data collected in recent years, is Bradford, in West Yorkshire.
Drug trafficking is the crime that has earned this city its infamous top spot (80.00, very high).
Other major crimes faced by residents include theft (74.32) and car burglaries (71.49).
In short
If you visit any of these cities, please practice sensible safety measures, be aware of your surroundings, avoid remote or risky areas and opt for paid parking.
