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Is It Safe to Travel to Greytown, Nicaragua?

Greytown

Are you planning to visit Greytown or are you considering moving there? Have you wondered what security measures should be taken? What is your top concern? The public transport? being mugged or robbed? Here are all the tips and information you need to enjoy your trip safely to Greytown

Safety score

2.5815

Out of 5

Information summary

Nicaragua is located in North America., has a VAT rate of +15%, and has a +5% unemployment rate.
Here some information about the area and the levels of crime and personal security in it recently. Nicaragua is ranked 84 place out of 140 countries in our ranking, which measures the crime levels reported in the area, and the resident's feelings about the safety level in their area. The crime rate in the Greytown area is 50.07 out of 100 (The lower the better), which measures the prevalence of crime, pickpocketing, assault, sexual assault, violence, and more in recent years, in the city and the wider area. The safety rate in the Greytown area is 52.38 out of 100 (The higher the better), which measures the levels of security, and the sense of personal safety felt by the residents, tourists, and guides visiting the city. That means that It is recommended to pay attention to basic safety rules, keep personal belongings at home, and consider whether you should walk in unfamiliar areas and whether you should walk outside at night, given the usual crime levels in the area are moderate.
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Crime increasing in recent years

Security levels in the area have stayed relatively the same, with little deterioration, since crime and robbery cases have generally risen moderately in recent years. The rating of the increase in the number of crimes and robberies in the Greytown area is currently 59.6 out of 100 (lower is better).

Burglary and theft

A moderate level of fear of burglary and theft from homes exists; home invasions are committed sometimes, but not too often. The rating of the residents' fear of burglary and theft from the houses in the Greytown area is currently 50.85 out of 100 (lower is better).

Theft and robbery

The residents are moderately concerned about robbery and theft, such incidents occurring occasionally, therefore it is essential to be watchful for pickpockets. The probability of theft and robbery in the area in Greytown area is currently 55.05 out of 100 (lower is better).

Car theft

There are low levels of car theft in the city, and the level of security is generally good. However, it is still important not to leave your vehicle unattended. The level of vehicle theft in the Greytown area is currently 37.35 out of 100 (lower is better). The theft of items from parked automobiles has also been reported by not a lot of residents, though safekeeping valuables in the trunk is a good idea.
Road safety: Note that the driving side of the road is on the right.
In the region, attacks occur very rarely and are rare, but learning about safety standards and respecting local traditions is still important. Attack fear levels in the Greytown area is currently 43.75 out of 100 (lower is better).

Insult or unsuitable behavior

There is rarely a fear of insult or unsuitable behavior, both of which are very rare, nevertheless, in these cases, it is better to avoid confrontation.

Confrontations and attacks

The fear of confrontations and attacks, because of skin color and prejudice is graded in the Greytown area 21.7 out of 100. In the region, attacks occur very rarely and are rare, but learning about safety standards and respecting local traditions is still important.

Drug users treatment 

In drug use crimes, the reaction to such crimes tends to be a bit harsher than in other countries. The level of punishment for drug use in the Greytown area is 50.75 out of 100 (lower is better).

Assaults and armed robberies

Serious crimes like armed robbery and violent assaults that may disrupt the trip are encountered at moderate frequency, but careful attention must be taken to ensure a pleasant and quiet trip. The rate of serious crimes such as armed robbery and violent assault in the Greytown area is 53.75 out of 100 (lower is better).

Bribery and corruption

Corruption and corruption are fairly common in this region of the country, but in recent years, the government has waged a war against these phenomena. The common rate of bribery and corruption in the Greytown area is 79.15 out of 100.
The following is a summary of the information about the area and the levels of crime and personal security in it recently. Nicaragua is ranked 84 place out of 140 countries in our ranking, which measures the crime levels reported in the area, and the resident's feelings about the safety level in their area. The crime rate in the Greytown area is 50.07 out of 100 (The lower the better), which measures the prevalence of crime, pickpocketing, assault, sexual assault, violence, and more in recent years, in the city and the wider area. The safety rate in the Greytown area is 52.38 out of 100 (The higher the better), which measures the levels of security, and the sense of personal safety felt by the residents, tourists, and guides visiting the city. That means that It is recommended to pay attention to basic safety rules, keep personal belongings at home, and consider whether you should walk in unfamiliar areas and whether you should walk outside at night, given the usual crime levels in the area are moderate.

*Credit and clarification: some of the data were collected from a variety of open sources such as numbeo.com And many others. the data are for general information only, And we do not take responsibility for the use and accuracy of it. We wish you a safe and enjoyable trip!

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