Safest Cities in Ghana

Top 100 cities ranked by safest cities

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Safest Cities — Ghana

1 Aboso 09 1.8 per 1K

2 Aburi 05 1.8 per 1K

3 Accra 01 1.8 per 1K

4 Adenta 01 1.8 per 1K

5 Aflao 08 1.8 per 1K

6 Agogo 02 1.8 per 1K

7 Ahwiaa 02 1.8 per 1K

8 Akatsi 08 1.8 per 1K

9 Akim Oda 05 1.8 per 1K

10 Akim Swedru 05 1.8 per 1K

11 Akropong 05 1.8 per 1K

12 Akwatia 05 1.8 per 1K

13 Amanfrom 01 1.8 per 1K

14 Anloga 08 1.8 per 1K

15 Anyinam 05 1.8 per 1K

16 Apam 04 1.8 per 1K

17 Asamankese 05 1.8 per 1K

18 Ashaiman 01 1.8 per 1K

19 Assin Foso 04 1.8 per 1K

20 Atebubu 14 1.8 per 1K

21 Atronie 13 1.8 per 1K

22 Atsiaman 01 1.8 per 1K

23 Awoshi 01 1.8 per 1K

24 Bawku 10 1.8 per 1K

25 Bechem 12 1.8 per 1K

26 Begoro 05 1.8 per 1K

27 Bekwai 02 1.8 per 1K

28 Berekum 13 1.8 per 1K

29 Bibiani 18 1.8 per 1K

30 Bimbila 06 1.8 per 1K

31 Bolgatanga 10 1.8 per 1K

32 Buduburam 04 1.8 per 1K

33 Cape Coast 04 1.8 per 1K

34 Dambai 16 1.8 per 1K

35 Damongo 17 1.8 per 1K

36 Domaa-Ahenkro 13 1.8 per 1K

37 Dome 01 1.8 per 1K

38 Duayaw-Nkwanta 12 1.8 per 1K

39 Dunkwa 04 1.8 per 1K

40 Dzodze 08 1.8 per 1K

41 Effiduase 02 1.8 per 1K

42 Ejura 02 1.8 per 1K

43 Elmina 04 1.8 per 1K

44 Elubo 09 1.8 per 1K

45 Esim 09 1.8 per 1K

46 Foso 04 1.8 per 1K

47 Gbawe 01 1.8 per 1K

48 Goaso 12 1.8 per 1K

49 Ho 08 1.8 per 1K

50 Hohoe 08 1.8 per 1K

51 Japekrom 13 1.8 per 1K

52 Jirapa 11 1.8 per 1K

53 Kade 05 1.8 per 1K

54 Kasoa 04 1.8 per 1K

55 Keta 08 1.8 per 1K

56 Kete Krachi 16 1.8 per 1K

57 Kibi 05 1.8 per 1K

58 Kintampo 14 1.8 per 1K

59 Koforidua 05 1.8 per 1K

60 Konongo 02 1.8 per 1K

61 Kpandae 06 1.8 per 1K

62 Kpandu 08 1.8 per 1K

63 Kumasi 02 1.8 per 1K

64 Lashibi 01 1.8 per 1K

65 Mampong 02 1.8 per 1K

66 Mandela 01 1.8 per 1K

67 Mankesim 04 1.8 per 1K

68 Medina Estates 01 1.8 per 1K

69 Mim 12 1.8 per 1K

70 Mpraeso 05 1.8 per 1K

71 Mumford 04 1.8 per 1K

72 Nalerigu 15 1.8 per 1K

73 Navrongo 10 1.8 per 1K

74 New Achimota 01 1.8 per 1K

75 New Tafo 02 1.8 per 1K

76 Nkawkaw 05 1.8 per 1K

77 Nkoranza 14 1.8 per 1K

78 Nsawam 05 1.8 per 1K

79 Nsoatre 13 1.8 per 1K

80 Nungua 01 1.8 per 1K

81 Obuase 02 1.8 per 1K

82 Osu 01 1.8 per 1K

83 Prestea 09 1.8 per 1K

84 Sakumona 01 1.8 per 1K

85 Salaga 17 1.8 per 1K

86 Saltpond 04 1.8 per 1K

87 Saman 05 1.8 per 1K

88 Savelugu 06 1.8 per 1K

89 Sefwi 02 1.8 per 1K

90 Sekondi 09 1.8 per 1K

91 Sekondi-Takoradi 09 1.8 per 1K

92 Shama Junction 09 1.8 per 1K

93 Suhum 05 1.8 per 1K

94 Sunyani 13 1.8 per 1K

95 Swedru 04 1.8 per 1K

96 Tafo 02 1.8 per 1K

97 Taifa 01 1.8 per 1K

98 Takoradi 09 1.8 per 1K

99 Tamale 06 1.8 per 1K

100 Tarkwa 09 1.8 per 1K

The safest cities in Ghana have the lowest violent crime rates, making them attractive to families and individuals seeking secure communities. Aboso leads with just 1.8 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

Low crime rates are associated with multiple factors including strong community bonds, well-funded police departments, economic stability, and high levels of education and employment. These cities often have active neighborhood watch programs and community policing initiatives.

Safety is consistently ranked as one of the top priorities for families choosing where to live. The cities on this list demonstrate that low crime and high quality of life often go hand in hand with strong economic conditions and community engagement.

Did You Know?

1. Aboso has just 1.8 violent crimes per 1,000 residents — well below the national average of about 4.0.
2. The safest cities tend to have strong economies, high education levels, and active community engagement programs.
3. Property crime rates in these cities are typically low as well, with most ranking below the national average across all crime categories.

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