Andorra Named the Safest City in the World for 2025, Most Unsafe Venezuela

In 2025, “safety” has become a key concern for travelers, expatriates, and policymakers worldwide. According to the newly released Numbeo Safety Index, the small European country of Andorra, nestled in the Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain, has been ranked the safest country in the world.

Here are the top 5 safest countries in 2025 based on safety scores:

Andorra - Safety Score: 84.7
United Arab Emirates (UAE) – 84.5
Qatar - 84.2
Taiwan - 82.9
Oman - 81.7

These nations have earned recognition for their low crime rates, political stability, and robust security infrastructure, making them highly attractive destinations for tourists and expatriates alike.

Least Safe Countries in 2025

On the opposite end of the index, several countries are struggling with serious safety challenges. The bottom five are:

Venezuela - Safety Score: 19.3
Papua New Guinea - 19.7
Haiti - 21.1
Afghanistan - 24.9
South Africa - 25.3

These countries face high crime rates, political unrest, economic hardship, and social instability, all of which severely affect public safety and daily life.

The U.S. and U.K. Drop in Safety Rankings

Perhaps one of the most surprising findings in the 2025 report is the relatively low ranking of the United States and the United Kingdom. Despite being economically developed nations with strong institutions, their safety scores have dropped significantly:

United States - Score: 50.8 (Rank: 89th)
United Kingdom - Score: 51.7 (Rank: 87th)

Several factors contributed to the lower scores:

Rising violent crime in certain urban areas
Public safety concerns in densely populated cities
Increased reports of theft, robbery, and property crimes
Challenges in community policing and social cohesion

Why Safety Rankings Matter

Understanding global safety rankings is vital for several reasons:
Travel Planning: Tourists rely on safety indexes to make informed decisions about where to visit.
Business Decisions: Companies evaluate security conditions before investing or expanding operations.
Public Policy: Governments use this data to improve law enforcement and social programs.
Expat Choices: Families moving abroad look for safe environments to live and work.

What Is the Numbeo Safety Index?

The Numbeo Safety Index is one of the world’s most referenced measures of safety and crime perception. It compiles data from 146 countries, considering crime rates, personal safety, and public security concerns. The index reflects how safe residents and visitors feel in their daily lives - taking into account risks like theft, violent crime, and law enforcement effectiveness.

As global safety dynamics shift, the Numbeo Index offers a valuable snapshot of where in the world people can feel most - or least - secure.

What is Bangladesh Ranked?

Meanwhile, Bangladesh ranks 22nd in the list of unsafe countries. That is, Bangladesh ranks 125th out of 147 countries in terms of safety. Bangladesh's number in terms of crime is 61. 6. In terms of safety, it is 38.4. On the other hand, the most unsafe country is Venezuela, which ranks 80.7 in terms of crime.