Safest Cities in Western Region

Top 63 cities ranked by safest cities

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All Countries · Uganda · Western Region

Safest Cities — Western Region

1 Buhimba 9.0 per 1K

2 Kasozi 9.0 per 1K

3 Kasese 9.0 per 1K

4 Kanungu 9.0 per 1K

5 Kamwenge 9.0 per 1K

6 Kakumiro 9.0 per 1K

7 Kagadi 9.0 per 1K

8 Kabale 9.0 per 1K

9 Iryango 9.0 per 1K

10 Ibanda 9.0 per 1K

11 Hoima 9.0 per 1K

12 Hima 9.0 per 1K

13 Fort Portal 9.0 per 1K

14 Bwizibwera 9.0 per 1K

15 Bundibugyo 9.0 per 1K

16 Buliisa 9.0 per 1K

17 Katoke 9.0 per 1K

18 Buhesi 9.0 per 1K

19 Ishaka 9.0 per 1K

20 Isingiro 9.0 per 1K

21 Buyale 9.0 per 1K

22 Nakivale Refugee Camp 9.0 per 1K

23 Kisinga 9.0 per 1K

24 Rwiimi 9.0 per 1K

25 Muhorro 9.0 per 1K

26 Butunduzi 9.0 per 1K

27 Kiryandongo Refugee Camp 9.0 per 1K

28 Kyaka II Refugee Camp 9.0 per 1K

29 Kyangwali Refugee Camp 9.0 per 1K

30 Nyamunuka 9.0 per 1K

31 Rwamwanja Refugee Camp 9.0 per 1K

32 Kazo 9.0 per 1K

33 Kyenjojo 9.0 per 1K

34 Rutoma 9.0 per 1K

35 Rukungiri 9.0 per 1K

36 Rubirizi 9.0 per 1K

37 Rubanda 9.0 per 1K

38 Rubaare 9.0 per 1K

39 Nyahuka 9.0 per 1K

40 Nyachera 9.0 per 1K

41 Ntungamo 9.0 per 1K

42 Nkoma 9.0 per 1K

43 Mpondwe 9.0 per 1K

44 Mbarara 9.0 per 1K

45 Masindi Port 9.0 per 1K

46 Masindi 9.0 per 1K

47 Mabare 9.0 per 1K

48 Lwakyomba 9.0 per 1K

49 Wanseko 9.0 per 1K

50 Kyegegwa 9.0 per 1K

51 Kyarusozi 9.0 per 1K

52 Kyamahungu 9.0 per 1K

53 Kisoro 9.0 per 1K

54 Kiruhura 9.0 per 1K

55 Kinoni 9.0 per 1K

56 Kilembe 9.0 per 1K

57 Kikube 9.0 per 1K

58 Kihihi 9.0 per 1K

59 Kigumba 9.0 per 1K

60 Kigorobya 9.0 per 1K

61 Kibiito 9.0 per 1K

62 Kibale 9.0 per 1K

63 Kebisoni 9.0 per 1K

The safest cities in Western Region have the lowest violent crime rates, making them attractive to families and individuals seeking secure communities. Buhimba leads with just 9.0 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. Buhimba has just 9.0 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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