Exploring 10 safest cities globally as per Numbeo safety index

By the end of 2024, Numbeo has presented a list of safest cities across the globe. Different flourishing cities carry at least one thing in common – safety. The safest cities typically boast friendliness, economic expansion and a high standard of living.

Besides luring more tourists, investors and immigrants, a safe city helps existing residents to put efforts into their goals and form enduring relationships. Residing in a safe city lets inhabitants go about their daily lives carrying no concern.

Sense of security found in safe cities

The safest cities globally are likely to see more economic success. Businesses are more interested in investing in such cities. Entrepreneurs are more confident in launching operations and customers are more likely to visit businesses.

The sense of security found in safe cities increases happiness, reduces stress, and enhances physical and mental health. Parents feel confident about sending their children to schools, professionals commute easily, and communities openly meet in public places.

Safe cities establish a reputation for themselves on the global platform, luring more business partnerships. These cities also earn a reputation of a secure travel destination. They also play hosts to more numbers of conferences and summits.

10 safest cities globally at the end of 2024

1. Abu Dhabi – 88.4

2. Doha – 84

3. Dubai – 83.8

4. Taipei – 83.8

5. Sharjah – 83.8

6. Manama – 81

7. Muscat – 80.8

8. Trondheim – 79.6

9. The Hague – 79.5

10. Munich – 79.3

The numbers beside each city represent the Numbeo safety index. The UAE capital of Abu Dhabi has secured the top position on the list of safest cities globally. It is not an unsurprising development as the city continues to maintain its reputation for years.

There are a couple more UAE cities earning spots on the list. Dubai and Sharjah are becoming increasingly population among global tourists. There is Doha in Qatar and Muscat in Oman – representing a couple more GCC nations besides the UAE.