The generally accepted definition of Safety is "the condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury". Safety is not just about the physical well being but also mental well being.

Crime is one of the biggest obstacles to the safety of citizens of a country. Crime in countries with high crime rate occurs due to many reasons from poverty to unemployment and there seem to be a correlation between age and crime.

Crime rate is calculated by dividing the number of reported crimes by the total population, and the result is multiplied by 100,000. Notwithstanding, there are some countries in the world with a considerable low crime rate, some its because of their effective law enforcement and for some, they have strong weapon restriction laws.

5 Countries with the lowest crime rate in the world

 

Iceland

In 2018, Global Finance Magazine ranked Iceland as the 'World's Safest Country for 2019''. Iceland got this ranking spot due to its low crime rate and low per capita murder rate.

 The Island has no army, navy, or air force, and Iceland's police officers do not even carry guns. Iceland as a total population of about 340,000 and Global Finance Magazine attributes their success to their health care system and economy.

 

Norway

With a population of about 5.4 million, Norway is known to be one of the safest countries in the world even when walking late at night, there is a very slim chance of you being a victim of any crime.

The only downside of Norway is probably the high cost of living, but when it comes to safety, Norway is indeed the best picks for tourist

Denmark

Denmark is a European country and is generally known to be extremely safe from crime and also natural disasters. Denmark has very strict gun laws, gun licenses have to be specially authorized by the Minister of Justice. Low crime rates in major parts of the country make it practically safe for tourist and travellers to visit Denmark.

Singapore

Singapore is one of the safest Asian countries. They boast of having an extremely safe and clean city with modern tall buildings. You can travel to any parts of Singapore alone at any time of the year, regardless of gender

Severe penalties are handed out for crimes that may seem petty to people from other parts of the world, this is probably the main reason why the crime rate is significantly low in Singapore.

Canada

Canada is a country in the northern part of North America and it is dubbed as one of the friendliest countries in the world. With a population of about 37.5million, Canada is considered one of the safest place in the world even in their biggest cities like Toronto, the crime rate is relatively low.

 

 

Safety is a generic word but no matter the context of use, what matters is the perception of people or citizens in the country. Countries in the world with a low unemployment rate and poverty are always known to have lower crime rates compared to countries with a high unemployment rate and poverty.

No one knows why exactly people indulge in crime, but one thing is certain if the right basic amenities are provided in a country, there would certainly be a drop in the rate of crime.

 

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