Denmark reports 12 percent increase in residential burglaries

Residential burglaries in Denmark have risen significantly, according to data from Alm. Brand Group. During the first nine months of 2026, there were 11,351 reported burglaries in private homes, compared to 10,106 during the same period in 2025. This represents a 12 percent increase nationwide.

The rise in crime is not uniform across the country. In Kalundborg Municipality, reported burglaries saw a sharp increase of 72 percent. Britta Bjerregaard, claims manager at Alm. Brand Group, noted that the high number of reports serves as a reminder that burglaries remain a persistent issue for many Danish families.