🏛️ Crime in Guadalajara
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this province
The province of Guadalajara recorded 12,233 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #37 in the national provincial crime ranking. With a rate of 4554.6 crimes per 100,000 inhabitants, it is above the national average.
Compared to the previous year, crime decreased by 3.5%. Property crimes (robberies, thefts, fraud) represent the most frequent category in this province.
Total 2024
12,233
Total 2023
12,673
Variation
-3.5%
National Ranking
#37
📈 Historical Evolution (2010-2024)
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⚖️ Breakdown by Crime Type (2024)
| # | Crime type | Infractions | % of total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Property crimes | 8,873 | 72.5% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 1,281 | 10.5% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 779 | 6.4% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 429 | 3.5% |
| 5 | Fraud and forgery | 319 | 2.6% |
| 6 | Public order offenses | 118 | 1.0% |
| 7 | Sexual offenses | 112 | 0.9% |
| 8 | Other criminal offenses | 56 | 0.5% |
| 9 | Family offenses | 33 | 0.3% |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
In Guadalajara, 12,233 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of -3.5% compared to the previous year.
📝 Crime analysis in Guadalajara
The province of Guadalajara records a decrease in its crime statistics during 2024, accumulating 12,233 criminal offenses, which represents a slight decrease of 3.5% compared to 2023. In the Spanish provincial ranking, it holds position 37 out of 52.
With a rate of 4554.6 offenses per 100,000 inhabitants, it ranks one of those with the highest crime rate. This rate allows for an objective comparison of criminal incidence between provinces regardless of their population size.
The main criminal categories are patrimonio, contra las personas, contra la libertad, following a pattern similar to the rest of the national territory. Knowledge of this distribution is essential for planning police resources and preventive programs.
Historical data available since 2010 allows analyzing the evolution of security in Guadalajara and understanding the impact of different implemented policies. The data collection methodology has been standardized nationwide since 2010.
Data Source: Crime Statistics Portal — Ministry of Interior. Last update: 2024.
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