Which are the safest countries in the world? Where does India stand?

Andorra This country, nestled between France and Spain, has scored the highest globally with a score of 84.7. With its low crime rates, strong community safety perceptions and visitors’ confidence in walking day or night, the city is the safest.

United Arab Emirates The UAE ranks second globally, praised for strict laws, advanced surveillance, strong law enforcement, and widespread public trust, making residents and tourists feel safest in major cities. UAE has acquired a score of 84.5.

Qatar With 84.2 points, Qatar places third on the list. Public safety is backed by low crime incidence and consistently high safety perceptions among visitors and locals alike.

Taiwan Taiwan has perceived low crime, well‑organised public spaces, strong rule of law and overall sense of security both day and night. All these reasons lead to this island nation ranking fourth on the list with an 82.9 score.

Oman Oman’s ranking reflects very low property and violent crime, strong feelings of safety even at night, and generally trusted law enforcement and public order. The country has secured an 81.7 score and ranked fifth on the list.

Isle of Man This self‑governing British Crown dependency scored 79 points while ranking as the sixth safest country. Low crime, close-knit communities and strong public safety confidence across small island life are the main reasons for its popularity.

Hong Kong With a score of 78.5, Hong Kong secured the seventh position on the list. Major global hub maintaining high safety standards, efficient policing, reliable transit, and low personal crime levels all help in its ranking.

Armenia Armenia delivers strong safety perceptions with low reported crime, community trust, and growing tourism, earning eighth place globally in Numbeo’s 2025 index. It has a 77.9 score.

Singapore With a 77.4 score, Singapore has secured ninth position on the list. It is renowned for clean streets, efficient policing, minimal personal crime, and strict public order.

Japan With low violent crime, safe public transit and strong law enforcement, Japan is the tenth safest country in the world. It has a score of 77.1 points.

India India has been ranked 66 on the list, far ahead of other developed nations such as the US and the UK.

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