Crime Rankings in Papua New Guinea

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Papua New Guinea

The crime ranking by city for Papua New Guinea is based on a continuously updated index, incorporating data up to 36 months old and calculated twice a year. Cities are ranked on a scale from "very low" to "very high" crime levels, with safety being the inverse, where a high safety index indicates a safer city.

Highest to LowestUpdated: Oct, 2025

Port Moresby

#1 in Crime•(#4 worldwide)

In 2024, Port Moresby's crime landscape is characterized by very high levels of concern among its residents. The city is grappling with a range of serious crime issues that impact the daily lives of its citizens. Safety is a significant issue in Port Moresby, with heightened fears of crime occurring primarily at night. These concerns are compounded by the perception of increasing crime rates.