🚨 Crime in Cantabria
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this autonomous community
Total 2024
24,792
Total 2023
24,212
Variation
+2.4%
National Ranking
#16
Cantabria recorded 24,792 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #16 in the national crime ranking. With a rate of 42.2 offenses per 1,000 inhabitants, it is one of the safest communities in Spain.
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 type | Infractions | % of total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Property crimes | 17,730 | 71.5% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 2,782 | 11.2% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 1,903 | 7.7% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 791 | 3.2% |
| 5 | Fraud and forgery | 361 | 1.5% |
| 6 | Public order offenses | 329 | 1.3% |
| 7 | Sexual offenses | 188 | 0.8% |
| 8 | Other criminal offenses | 161 | 0.6% |
| 9 | Family offenses | 47 | 0.2% |
| 10 | Special legislation | 6 | 0.0% |
📝 Crime analysis in Cantabria
CANTABRIA shows an increase in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 24,792 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 1.0% of the national total, showing a slight increase of 2.4% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, CANTABRIA holds position 16 out of 17, being safer than the national average.
The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (17,730 cases), crimes against persons (2,782 cases), crimes against freedom (1,903 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.
Cantabria, being a coastal region with a small population, displays low crime patterns. The lower population density and its rich cultural history contribute to a safer environment.
The analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in CANTABRIA. The data shows how socioeconomic, demographic factors and implemented security policies have influenced these figures over the years.
The data reflects offenses known to the State Security Forces and Bodies. 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.
CANTABRIA recorded 24,792 criminal offenses in 2024, representing a 2.4% change compared to 24,212 offenses in 2023. The figure increased year-over-year. Nationally, this autonomous community ranks #16 in total recorded crimes.
Analyzing the historical evolution of CANTABRIA between 2010 and 2024, the number of crimes has increased by 41.8%, going from 17,487 to 24,792 recorded offenses. The year with the highest number of offenses was 2024 with 24,792, while the minimum was recorded in 2020 with 16,585.
The breakdown by crime type in CANTABRIA shows the following distribution: 1. PATRIMONIO: 17,730 cases (71.5%); 2. CONTRA LAS PERSONAS: 2,782 cases (11.2%); 3. CONTRA LA LIBERTAD: 1,903 cases (7.7%); 4. SEGURIDAD COLECTIVA: 791 cases (3.2%); 5. FALSEDADES: 361 cases (1.5%). The top 5 categories account for 95.1% of all recorded offenses.
Data sourced from Spain's Ministry of the Interior, updated with the latest official figures from the Crime Balance report.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
In Cantabria, 24,792 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of +2.4% compared to the previous year.
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