Number of homicides in Denmark 2010-2020
In Denmark, the total number of reported criminal offences fluctuated in recent years. In 2020, the number reached a low of around 444 thousand crimes, and among them there were 49 homicides reported. According to the Danish Penal Code, the penalty for homicide ranges from a minimum of a five-year prison sentence to imprisonment for life. Imprisonment for life implies 12 years in prison, before the inmate can apply for probation.
Victims of crime
In 2017, the number of victims of criminal offences reported in Denmark peaked. In the years that followed, it decreased again and amounted to around 73 thousand victims in 2019. Most Danes were victims of offences against property. The number was higher for women than for men as there were over 19 thousand female victims and roughly 15 thousand male victims reported in 2019.
Peaceful country
In general, Denmark is considered a safe and peaceful country. In 2020, the country came in fifth place in the ranking of the most peaceful countries in the world. Its Global Peace Index amounted to 1.28. The lower the index value, the higher the peacefulness. This index is measured by the level of social safety and security, the extent of ongoing domestic and international conflicts, and the degree of militarization.
Victims of crime
In 2017, the number of victims of criminal offences reported in Denmark peaked. In the years that followed, it decreased again and amounted to around 73 thousand victims in 2019. Most Danes were victims of offences against property. The number was higher for women than for men as there were over 19 thousand female victims and roughly 15 thousand male victims reported in 2019.
Peaceful country
In general, Denmark is considered a safe and peaceful country. In 2020, the country came in fifth place in the ranking of the most peaceful countries in the world. Its Global Peace Index amounted to 1.28. The lower the index value, the higher the peacefulness. This index is measured by the level of social safety and security, the extent of ongoing domestic and international conflicts, and the degree of militarization.
