What’s the News
Abu Dhabi has once again topped Numbeo’s 2025 Safety Index with a score of 88.8, making it the world’s safest city. This marks the ninth consecutive year the emirate has led the global safety rankings among 279 cities surveyed.
Dubai (83.9) and Sharjah (83.7) are also in the top five underlining the UAE’s dominance in city safety worldwide
Global Safety Rankings Snapshot (Mid-2025)
| Rank | City | Safety Index |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abu Dhabi (UAE) | 88.8 |
| 2 | Doha (Qatar) | 84.3 |
| 3 | Dubai (UAE) | 83.9 |
| 4 | Sharjah (UAE) | 83.7 |
| 5 | Taipei (Taiwan) | 83.6 |
Also in the top 10: Muscat (Oman), Manama (Bahrain), The Hague (Netherlands), Trondheim (Norway), and Eindhoven (Netherlands).
Why Abu Dhabi Leads the Safety Index
- Low crime rates (Crime Index score is just 11.2, the lowest globally)
- Efficient and tech-driven policing strategies by Abu Dhabi authorities
- Robust legal infrastructure and public safety systems
- Continuous investment in smart surveillance, community trust, and law enforcement technologies.
Together, these efforts kept the UAE as the world’s second safest country, second only to Andorra.
What It Means for You
- Residents & Tourists: Live, work, and explore with peace of mind.
- Expat life: Enjoy high-quality, secure urban environments.
- Travelers: Ideal for solo visitors and families looking for safe destinations.
- Investors: Reinforces UAE’s trust and stability key for business confidence.
Safety Index Explained
Numbeo’s Safety Index is based on survey data about perceived safety during day and night, risk of theft or assault, and concerns around property and violent crime. A higher score means a safer city.
Bottom Line
Abu Dhabi’s consistent top ranking reflects its unwavering commitment to public safety, modern infrastructure, and law enforcement excellence. With multiple UAE cities dominating global safety charts, the Emirates are setting new benchmarks in urban security.
