🚨 Crime in Canary Islands
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this autonomous community
Total 2024
106,985
Total 2023
104,222
Variation
+2.7%
National Ranking
#6
Canary Islands recorded 106,985 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #6 in the national crime ranking. With a rate of 47.7 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.
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📈 Historical Evolution (2010-2024)
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⚖️ Breakdown by Crime Type (2024)
| # | Crime type | Infractions | % of total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Property crimes | 68,916 | 64.4% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 15,285 | 14.3% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 11,245 | 10.5% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 3,756 | 3.5% |
| 5 | Fraud and forgery | 1,522 | 1.4% |
| 6 | Sexual offenses | 1,336 | 1.2% |
| 7 | Public order offenses | 1,217 | 1.1% |
| 8 | Other criminal offenses | 678 | 0.6% |
| 9 | Family offenses | 518 | 0.5% |
| 10 | Special legislation | 7 | 0.0% |
📝 Crime analysis in Canary Islands
CANARIAS shows an increase in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 106,985 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 4.4% of the national total, showing a slight increase of 2.7% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, CANARIAS holds position 6 out of 17, being similar to the national average.
The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (68,916 cases), crimes against persons (15,285 cases), crimes against freedom (11,245 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 Canary Islands, as a volcanic archipelago and tourist destination, experience crime patterns influenced by proximity to Africa and seasonal tourism. The most visited islands may see an increase in tourist-related crimes.
The analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in CANARIAS. The data shows how socioeconomic, demographic factors and implemented security policies have influenced these figures over the years.
It is important to consider that figures may vary seasonally, with typical increases during holiday periods. 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.
CANARIAS recorded 106,985 criminal offenses in 2024, representing a 2.7% change compared to 104,222 offenses in 2023. The figure increased year-over-year. Nationally, this autonomous community ranks #6 in total recorded crimes.
Analyzing the historical evolution of CANARIAS between 2010 and 2024, the number of crimes has increased by 13.9%, going from 93,965 to 106,985 recorded offenses. The year with the highest number of offenses was 2024 with 106,985, while the minimum was recorded in 2021 with 81,232.
The breakdown by crime type in CANARIAS shows the following distribution: 1. PATRIMONIO: 68,916 cases (64.4%); 2. CONTRA LAS PERSONAS: 15,285 cases (14.3%); 3. CONTRA LA LIBERTAD: 11,245 cases (10.5%); 4. SEGURIDAD COLECTIVA: 3,756 cases (3.5%); 5. FALSEDADES: 1,522 cases (1.4%). The top 5 categories account for 94.1% of all recorded offenses.
Data sourced from Spain's Ministry of the Interior, updated with the latest official figures from the Crime Balance report.
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In Canary Islands, 106,985 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of +2.7% compared to the previous year.
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