Which countries have the highest crime rates in the world?

The World Population Review has published a ranking of countries with the highest crime rates. According to the study, the most crimes were committed in Venezuela, Papua New Guinea and South Africa. Uzbekistan ranks 99th among 136 countries with a crime rate of 33.42.

Reportedly, the authors of the study stated that the high level of poverty and unemployment increases the level of crime in the country. It is argued that strict police control and appropriate penalties reduce its level.

Countries with the highest crime rate per 100,000 people in the world:

Venezuela (83.76);
Papua New Guinea (80.79);
South Africa (76.86);
Afghanistan (76.31);
Honduras (74.54);
Trinidad and Tobago (71.63);
Guyana (68.74);
El Salvador (67.79);
Brazil (67.49);
Jamaica (67.42).

The lowest crime rates in the world are found in Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Japan and New Zealand.