# Islamabad urban security and crime trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/islamabad-urban-security-and-crime-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-27T07:54:22.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Islamabad has faced conflicting reports regarding its security situation and crime rates. In mid-August, residents reported a surge in street crime and robberies, specifically citing incidents involving a shopkeeper and a journalist in the G-11/1 sector. Concerns were raised regarding inadequate police patrolling and the influence of illegal settlements, such as the Mehrabadi settlement in Sector G-12, which was described by residents as a ‘no-go area’ for law enforcement.

By late August, official data presented a different trend. Islamabad ranked 83rd in a global safety index, placing it ahead of several major international cities. Islamabad police reported a 100 percent detection rate for homicide cases and stated that property crime decreased by 27 percent in 2026 compared to the previous year. To bolster security, authorities highlighted the implementation of specialized units, such as SWAT and a K-9 explosives detection unit, alongside technological upgrades including an AI-based hunch lab and an upgraded Safe City system.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Islamabad ranks 83rd in global safety index

Islamabad ranked 83rd in a global safety index, surpassing cities like London and Moscow, following reports of a 100% homicide detection rate and a 27% drop in property crime.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/islamabad-ranks-83rd-in-global-safety-index

### 2026-08-16: Islamabad faces rising crime wave and illegal settlements

Islamabad faces a rising crime wave involving robberies and street crime, exacerbated by illegal settlements and concerns over inadequate police patrolling and political interference.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/islamabad-faces-rising-crime-wave-and-illegal-settlements

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