🚨 Crime in Ceuta
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this autonomous community
Total 2024
3,538
Total 2023
3,541
Variation
-0.1%
National Ranking
#19
Ceuta recorded 3,538 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #19 in the national crime ranking. With a rate of 42.4 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 | 1,829 | 51.7% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 657 | 18.6% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 394 | 11.1% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 245 | 6.9% |
| 5 | Public order offenses | 115 | 3.3% |
| 6 | Fraud and forgery | 97 | 2.7% |
| 7 | Sexual offenses | 51 | 1.4% |
| 8 | Other criminal offenses | 32 | 0.9% |
| 9 | Family offenses | 17 | 0.5% |
| 10 | Special legislation | 1 | 0.0% |
📝 Crime analysis in Ceuta
CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA records a decrease in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 3,538 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 0.1% of the national total, showing a slight decrease of 0.1% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA holds position 19 out of 17, being safer than the national average.
The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (1,829 cases), crimes against persons (657 cases), crimes against freedom (394 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 analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA. 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.
CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA recorded 3,538 criminal offenses in 2024, representing a 0.1% change compared to 3,541 offenses in 2023. The figure decreased year-over-year. Nationally, this autonomous community ranks #19 in total recorded crimes.
Analyzing the historical evolution of CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA between 2010 and 2024, the number of crimes has decreased by 40.8%, going from 5,974 to 3,538 recorded offenses. The year with the highest number of offenses was 2012 with 7,052, while the minimum was recorded in 2024 with 3,538.
The breakdown by crime type in CIUDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CEUTA shows the following distribution: 1. PATRIMONIO: 1,829 cases (51.7%); 2. CONTRA LAS PERSONAS: 657 cases (18.6%); 3. CONTRA LA LIBERTAD: 394 cases (11.1%); 4. SEGURIDAD COLECTIVA: 245 cases (6.9%); 5. ORDEN PÚBLICO: 115 cases (3.3%). The top 5 categories account for 91.6% 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 Ceuta, 3,538 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of -0.1% compared to the previous year.
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