Is there a lot of crime in Germany?

We asked people if there is a lot of crime. They answered...

"Crime is a significant concern in Germany, as it is in many places around the world. Reports of various types of crime, from pickpocketing to theft to violent crimes, are common throughout the country. However, Germany is considered relatively safe, thanks to the effectiveness of its law enforcement agencies and its conscientious anti-crime initiatives," explained one expat living in Germany.

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"Where we live there is hardly no crime. But in Cologne, which is some 55 Kilometers away, there is quite a bit. In all the big cities here, especially Berlin, there is a large amount of crime. Where there are migrational community, i.e. Turkish, there is a lot," said another expat in Eifel , Germany.

Is there a lot of crime in Germany?

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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.