Insecurity reaches 58.1% of Mexicans in cities, reports INEGI; women are most affected

Insecurity reaches 58.1% of Mexicans in cities, reports INEGI; women are most affected

The National Survey on Urban Public Safety reveals a significant gap between the reduction in homicides reported by the federal government and the sense of insecurity maintained by more than half of Mexico’s urban population. This divergence highlights that the decline in official crime statistics does not automatically translate into a genuine feeling of safety in everyday life, creating a contrast between government indicators and the lived experiences of citizens. Fear of crime has profoundly altered daily habits, with a large portion of the population avoiding going out at night, using public transportation, or modifying their behavior to protect valuables. Moreover, there is a clear gender disparity, with women reporting considerably higher levels of insecurity than men, underscoring how violence disproportionately affects certain groups and restricts their freedom of movement and social participation. The relevance of this text for open data lies in the need to complement police statistics with qualitative and perceived data from society. By showing that trust in civil authorities is low while the armed forces enjoy greater public support, the presented data emphasize the importance of using multiple open data sources to achieve a comprehensive view of public safety, moving beyond exclusive reliance on crime incidence reports.

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