🚨 Crime in Region of Murcia
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this autonomous community
Total 2024
74,579
Total 2023
74,194
Variation
+0.5%
National Ranking
#11
Region of Murcia recorded 74,579 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #11 in the national crime ranking. With a rate of 48.0 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 type | Infractions | % of total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Property crimes | 51,417 | 68.9% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 8,773 | 11.8% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 5,811 | 7.8% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 1,848 | 2.5% |
| 5 | Fraud and forgery | 1,688 | 2.3% |
| 6 | Public order offenses | 1,154 | 1.5% |
| 7 | Sexual offenses | 890 | 1.2% |
| 8 | Family offenses | 654 | 0.9% |
| 9 | Other criminal offenses | 445 | 0.6% |
| 10 | Special legislation | 8 | 0.0% |
📝 Crime analysis in Region of Murcia
MURCIA (REGIÓN DE) shows an increase in its crime figures in 2024, with a total of 74,579 registered criminal offenses. This figure represents 3.0% of the national total, showing a slight increase of 0.5% compared to the previous year. In the ranking of autonomous communities, MURCIA (REGIÓN DE) holds position 11 out of 17, being similar to the national average.
The most frequent crime types are: property crimes (51,417 cases), crimes against persons (8,773 cases), crimes against freedom (5,811 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.
Murcia, as a major agricultural hub, exhibits crime patterns reflecting its growing population and economic activity. The combination of demographic growth and agricultural exports can influence crime dynamics in the region.
The analysis of historical evolution since 2010 allows identifying significant trends in public safety in MURCIA (REGIÓN DE). 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.
MURCIA (REGIÓN DE) recorded 74,579 criminal offenses in 2024, representing a 0.5% change compared to 74,194 offenses in 2023. The figure increased year-over-year. Nationally, this autonomous community ranks #11 in total recorded crimes.
Analyzing the historical evolution of MURCIA (REGIÓN DE) between 2010 and 2024, the number of crimes has increased by 29.1%, going from 57,769 to 74,579 recorded offenses. The year with the highest number of offenses was 2024 with 74,579, while the minimum was recorded in 2020 with 50,969.
The breakdown by crime type in MURCIA (REGIÓN DE) shows the following distribution: 1. PATRIMONIO: 51,417 cases (68.9%); 2. CONTRA LAS PERSONAS: 8,773 cases (11.8%); 3. CONTRA LA LIBERTAD: 5,811 cases (7.8%); 4. SEGURIDAD COLECTIVA: 1,848 cases (2.5%); 5. FALSEDADES: 1,688 cases (2.3%). The top 5 categories account for 93.2% 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 Region of Murcia, 74,579 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of +0.5% compared to the previous year.
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