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Safest Cities in Västra Götaland

Top 43 cities ranked by safest cities

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Safest Cities — Västra Götaland

1 Strömstad 1.2 per 1K
2 Lindome 1.2 per 1K
3 Ulricehamn 1.2 per 1K
4 Torslanda 1.2 per 1K
5 Åmål 1.2 per 1K
6 Landvetter 1.2 per 1K
7 Tibro 1.2 per 1K
8 Tidaholm 1.2 per 1K
9 Gårdsten 1.2 per 1K
10 Hammarkullen 1.2 per 1K
11 Lysekil 1.2 per 1K
12 Skara 1.2 per 1K
13 Lövgärdet 1.2 per 1K
14 Kållered 1.2 per 1K
15 Hjo 1.2 per 1K
16 Gråbo 1.2 per 1K
17 Surte 1.2 per 1K
18 Fristad 1.2 per 1K
19 Åkarp 1.2 per 1K
20 Vårgårda 1.2 per 1K
21 Hönö 1.2 per 1K
22 Götene 1.2 per 1K
23 Vänersborg 1.2 per 1K
24 Borås 1.2 per 1K
25 Mölndal 1.2 per 1K
26 Trollhättan 1.2 per 1K
27 Skövde 1.2 per 1K
28 Uddevalla 1.2 per 1K
29 Majorna 1.2 per 1K
30 Partille 1.2 per 1K
31 Lerum 1.2 per 1K
32 Alingsås 1.2 per 1K
33 Kungälv 1.2 per 1K
34 Göteborg 1.2 per 1K
35 Björlanda 1.2 per 1K
36 Lidköping 1.2 per 1K
37 Mölnlycke 1.2 per 1K
38 Falköping 1.2 per 1K
39 Mariestad 1.2 per 1K
40 Västra Frölunda 1.2 per 1K
41 Kinna 1.2 per 1K
42 Billdal 1.2 per 1K
43 Stenungsund 1.2 per 1K

The safest cities in Västra Götaland have the lowest violent crime rates, making them attractive to families and individuals seeking secure communities. Strömstad leads with just 1.2 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. Strömstad has just 1.2 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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