🏛️ Crime in Melilla
Detailed statistics of criminal offenses in this province
The province of Melilla recorded 4,365 criminal offenses in 2024, ranking #50 in the national provincial crime ranking. With a rate of 5012.9 crimes per 100,000 inhabitants, it is above the national average.
Compared to the previous year, crime increased by 0.2%. Property crimes (robberies, thefts, fraud) represent the most frequent category in this province.
Total 2024
4,365
Total 2023
4,357
Variation
+0.2%
National Ranking
#50
📈 Historical Evolution (2010-2024)
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⚖️ Breakdown by Crime Type (2024)
| # | Crime type | Infractions | % of total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Property crimes | 2,250 | 51.5% |
| 2 | Crimes against persons | 909 | 20.8% |
| 3 | Crimes against freedom | 541 | 12.4% |
| 4 | Public safety crimes | 225 | 5.2% |
| 5 | Public order offenses | 110 | 2.5% |
| 6 | Fraud and forgery | 62 | 1.4% |
| 7 | Sexual offenses | 42 | 1.0% |
| 8 | Other criminal offenses | 34 | 0.8% |
| 9 | Family offenses | 19 | 0.4% |
| 10 | Special legislation | 1 | 0.0% |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
In Melilla, 4,365 criminal offenses were recorded during 2024, representing a variation of +0.2% compared to the previous year.
📝 Crime analysis in Melilla
The province of Melilla shows an increase in its crime statistics during 2024, accumulating 4,365 criminal offenses, which represents a slight increase of 0.2% compared to 2023. In the Spanish provincial ranking, it holds position 50 out of 52.
With a rate of 5012.9 offenses per 100,000 inhabitants, it ranks similar to the national average. This rate allows for an objective comparison of criminal incidence between provinces regardless of their population size.
The main criminal categories are property crimes, crimes against persons, crimes against freedom, 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 Melilla and understanding the impact of different implemented policies. It is important to consider that figures may vary seasonally, with typical increases during holiday periods.
Data Source: Crime Statistics Portal — Ministry of Interior. Last update: 2024.
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