Overview
- Numbeo’s 2026 dataset places Abu Dhabi first out of about 400 cities worldwide for overall safety.
- Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, and Sharjah rank second, third, and fourth respectively, with Dubai in sixth place.
- Abu Dhabi Police leaders cite proactive strategies, AI-enabled technologies, and close community engagement as key factors behind the ranking.
- The UAE cities also record among the lowest results on Numbeo’s Crime Index, reinforcing their safety standings.
- Related findings tie safety to economic appeal, with InterNations reporting 18% of expats plan to stay in the UAE and a 2025 study noting Dubai hosts about 86,000 millionaires.