Switzerland is recognised as being one of the safest countries in the world alongside both Norway and Luxembourg (according to the European Council).
Crime rates are incredibly low throughout the country, and unlike many other parts of the world, it does not have any dangerous areas, which should be avoided by tourists.
| Country | Murders / year | Murders / 100′ 000 inhabitants |
| Switzerland | 96 | 1.2 |
| England | 681 | 1.3 |
| The USA | 19650 | 7.4 |