🚨 Crime in Balearic Islands

Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this autonomous community

Total 2024

80,369

Total 2023

78,509

Variation

+2.4%

National Ranking

#10

Balearic Islands recorded 80,369 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #10 in the national crime ranking. With a rate of 65.2 offenses per 1,000 inhabitants, it is in an intermediate position in the national ranking.

Property crimes (robberies, thefts, fraud) represent approximately 43% of the total, being the most frequent category. Historical analysis since 2010 identifies significant trends in citizen security.

📈 Historical Evolution (2010-2024)

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⚖️ Breakdown by Crime Type (2024)

#Crime typeInfractions% of total
1Property crimes56,26470.0%
2Crimes against persons10,01212.5%
3Crimes against freedom6,1987.7%
4Public safety crimes2,6483.3%
5Fraud and forgery1,0981.4%
6Sexual offenses9971.2%
7Public order offenses8831.1%
8Other criminal offenses3180.4%
9Family offenses2230.3%
10Special legislation30.0%

📝 Crime analysis in Balearic Islands

BALEARS (ILLES) shows an increase in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 80,369 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 3.3% of the national total, showing a slight increase of 2.4% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, BALEARS (ILLES) holds position 10 out of 17, being above the national average.

The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (56,264 cases), crimes against persons (10,012 cases), crimes against freedom (6,198 cases). This criminal pattern is characteristic of the region and reflects both its demographic structure and economic activity. Local authorities maintain specific prevention programs adapted to these typologies.

The Balearic Islands, with massive tourism in Mallorca and Ibiza, face crime patterns influenced by the seasonal population surge. This can lead to an increase in petty crimes related to leisure and alcohol consumption.

The analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in BALEARS (ILLES). The data shows how socioeconomic, demographic factors and implemented security policies have influenced these figures over the years.

The data collection methodology has been standardized nationwide since 2010. For a complete overview of the situation, we recommend consulting the breakdown by provinces and crime types available in the related sections.

Data Source: Crime Statistics Portal — Ministry of Interior. Last update: 2024.

BALEARS (ILLES) recorded 80,369 criminal offenses in 2024, representing a 2.4% change compared to 78,509 offenses in 2023. The figure increased year-over-year. Nationally, this autonomous community ranks #10 in total recorded crimes.

Analyzing the historical evolution of BALEARS (ILLES) between 2010 and 2024, the number of crimes has increased by 14.5%, going from 70,162 to 80,369 recorded offenses. The year with the highest number of offenses was 2024 with 80,369, while the minimum was recorded in 2020 with 59,750.

The breakdown by crime type in BALEARS (ILLES) shows the following distribution: 1. PATRIMONIO: 56,264 cases (70.0%); 2. CONTRA LAS PERSONAS: 10,012 cases (12.5%); 3. CONTRA LA LIBERTAD: 6,198 cases (7.7%); 4. SEGURIDAD COLECTIVA: 2,648 cases (3.3%); 5. FALSEDADES: 1,098 cases (1.4%). The top 5 categories account for 94.8% of all recorded offenses.

Data sourced from Spain's Ministry of the Interior, updated with the latest official figures from the Crime Balance report.

📊 Ministerio del Interior🕐 Last updated: 2026-02

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In Balearic Islands, 80,369 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of +2.4% compared to the previous year.

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