This Island Was Just Named the Safest Country in the Caribbean for Low Crime and Calm Beaches

"The rankings were generated as part of the organization's Global Peace Index, which reviews crime activity, safety and policing expenses, political stability, and more, "Anguilla crime rates are the lowest in the Caribbean with very few violent and petty crimes to mar its reputation as a tropical oasis," the report shares. Known for its 33 white sand beaches, travelers from around the world find a mix of peace, solitude, and adventure throughout Anguilla."

""On this island, really delectable food is part of the culture, identity, and day-to-day life," Anguilla's tourism board shares on its website. Anguilla was also ranked as one of the top islands globally, and the highest ranked in the Caribbean, within Travel + Leisure's 2025 World's Best Awards. Following Anguilla, Barbados, St. Barthélemy, Martinique, and the Cayman Islands ranked in the top five as the safest countries in the Caribbean."

Rankings derive from World Population Review's Global Peace Index, which evaluates crime activity, safety and policing expenses, political stability, and related metrics. Anguilla recorded the lowest crime rates in the Caribbean, with very few violent and petty crimes reported, and strong appeal from 33 white sand beaches, golf facilities including a Greg Norman course, and water sports such as boat racing, sailing, and an overwater obstacle course. The island has a prominent dining culture, labeled the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, and earned top island recognition in Travel + Leisure's 2025 World's Best Awards. Barbados, St. Barthélemy, Martinique, and the Cayman Islands follow in safety rankings.

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