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6 Safest Cities in the Middle East for an Expat & Their Family

1. Abu Dhabi

AbuDhabi - A Place of Splendour and Opulence

Abu Dhabi had the best ranking crime index and the only city to break below the 20s. It scored 19.59 and an overall level of crime of 16.09. It ranked 80.41 on the safety scale, higher than any other city within the region. There is little worry of being attacked on the streets with safety on the streets during daytime ranking at 89.66. Surprisingly, their night-time score scored 79.17, with is still high, but a gap of more than 10 points between night and day and lower than Dubai and Doha’s night-time statistics.

Overall, Abu Dhabi was our number 1 ranked safest city. Statistically the overwhelming leader in all categories (minus the walking alone at night-time) it was the clear leader in terms of safety for both yourself and your family. The governmental hub for the UAE, public jobs are abundant and also construction, healthcare and oil and gas workers are needed. 

 

 

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