Crime rate Germany

Crime rate Germany: Current status and development

Crime Rate in Germany: Germany has a medium crime rate compared to other countries. The number of crimes in 2023 was above the average of the European Union but below the average of OECD countries.

Development of the Crime Rate:

2023: In 2023, crime in Germany increased by 5.5% compared to the previous year.
Long-term trend: Looking at the long-term trend, the crime rate in Germany has been decreasing since the 1990s.
Peak: The crime rate reached its highest level since 1997 in 2023.

Regional Differences:

Urban-rural divide: The crime rate tends to be higher in cities than in rural areas.
Federal states: Bavaria has the lowest crime rate among the federal states, Bremen the highest.

Most Frequent Crimes:

Theft: Theft, especially pickpocketing, is the most common crime in Germany.
Fraud: Fraudulent offenses, such as online fraud, have been increasing in recent years.
Violent crime: Violent crime, including assault and robbery, has increased in recent years.

Burden of Crime:

Victim experiences: In 2023, around 2.2 million people in Germany were victims of a crime.
Fear of crime: Despite the relatively low crime rate, the fear of crime is relatively high among the German population.

Factors Influencing the Crime Rate:

Social factors: Poverty, unemployment, and social inequality can contribute to crime.
Demographic factors: The aging of the population can lead to a decline in the crime rate.
Law enforcement agencies: The effectiveness of law enforcement agencies can influence the crime rate.
Criminal policy: Laws and punishments can influence the crime rate.

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To summarize:

Germany is a safe country, but the crime rate has increased in recent years.
Theft and fraud are the most common crimes.
Regional differences and social factors play a role in the crime rate.
The crime burden on the population is relatively high.

Important note:

Crime statistics may be incomplete and do not fully reflect actual crime.
It is important to consider Germany's crime rate in an international comparison.
Before your trip, please inform yourself about the current security situation in Germany and take the usual precautions.

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