Islamabad and Lahore Rank Among Safer Cities in Numbeo Crime Index 2026
Published: July 22, 2026
Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, has been ranked as the country’s safest major city in the Numbeo Crime Index 2026 Mid-Year report, with Lahore also performing well compared to many internationally known cities.
The latest rankings are based on public survey responses collected by Numbeo and reflect people’s perceptions of crime and safety in cities around the world.
Crime Index Rankings for Pakistani Cities
According to the report, the Crime Index scores for Pakistan’s major cities are:
| City | Crime Index |
|---|---|
| Islamabad | 30.8 |
| Lahore | 36.2 |
| Rawalpindi | 52.0 |
| Karachi | 57.6 |
A lower Crime Index score indicates a lower perceived level of crime.
Islamabad and Lahore Compare Favorably Internationally
The report shows that Islamabad and Lahore recorded lower perceived crime levels than several well-known cities worldwide, including:
- London
- Paris
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Washington
- Rome
- Berlin
- Toronto
- Bangkok
- Mexico City
- Kuala Lumpur
- New Delhi
- Dhaka
- Istanbul
- Cairo
- Mumbai
- Jakarta
- Tehran
The comparison reflects survey-based perceptions rather than official law enforcement statistics.
How the Numbeo Crime Index Works
Numbeo’s Crime Index is based on responses submitted by users from around the world. It measures public perceptions of safety and crime in different cities.
The survey considers factors such as:
- Overall perceived crime levels
- Safety while walking alone during the day
- Safety at night
- Concerns about robbery, theft, and assault
- Perceptions of violent and property crimes
- Views on corruption and related issues
Important Note
The Numbeo Crime Index is based on community survey responses and is intended to reflect public perceptions. It should not be considered an official measure of crime rates or a replacement for government crime statistics.
The latest rankings provide an overview of how residents and visitors perceive safety in cities across the world, offering one perspective on urban security and quality of life.
