A new study reveals that the most dangerous municipalities in Finland are not necessarily the largest cities but include smaller towns, with a surprising entry from Åland Islands.
A recent study conducted by Iltalehti analyzed crime statistics across Finland to determine which municipalities are the most dangerous. While larger cities like Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa reported the highest number of violent crimes, when adjusting for population, smaller towns emerged as the leaders in danger. This analysis considered crimes against individuals, such as homicides and assaults, relative to the size of each municipality's population to provide a clearer picture of safety.
The findings indicate that while the capital region's cities do rank among the most dangerous, lesser-known areas in western Uusimaa and an unexpected municipality from Åland Islands topped the list. This shift in perspective highlights the need to reconsider assumptions about safety in urban versus rural settings, as the statistical analysis paints a different picture than just raw crime figures.
Residents can refer to a detailed chart to find out where their municipality stands in terms of safety. The unusual placement of Lumparland from Åland Islands, which has a tiny population of fewer than 400 residents, demonstrates that crime rates can significantly fluctuate in small communities, underscoring the importance of local context in evaluating public safety.
