🚨 Crime in Catalonia

CATALUÑA shows an increase in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 510,499 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 20.9% of the national total, showing a slight increase of 0.1% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, CATALUÑA holds position 1 out of 17, being above the national average.

The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (424,724 cases), crimes against persons (25,769 cases), crimes against freedom (24,332 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.

Catalonia, being a major tourist destination, particularly in Barcelona, experiences unique crime patterns due to tourism-related offenses. The dense population in the Barcelona metropolitan area also contributes to higher criminal activity compared to less populated regions.

The analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in CATALUÑA. 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.