2025 Global Safety Rankings: The Safest and Most Dangerous Countries

Singapore is ranked as the safest country in the world with 98% of its population feeling safe walking alone at night, while South Africa is the least safe. Despite global conflicts, 73% of people worldwide feel safe, the highest in nearly two decades, based on Gallup's 2025 report. Asian and Middle Eastern countries generally rank high in safety perceptions, whereas Latin American countries like Chile and Ecuador rank lower.