New Caledonia Crime Rate & Safety
Homicide statistics, crime trends, and travel safety for New Caledonia
US State Department Travel Advisory
Exercise Increased Caution
Updated May 21, 2026
New Caledonia recorded 3.1 intentional homicides per 100,000 people in 2009, a rate that is moderate by global standards. That places New Caledonia #94 of 195 countries by homicide rate, compared with the Oceania average of 5.9 per 100,000 and a world average of 5.2. Homicide rates have remained broadly stable over the past decade. For travelers, the US State Department currently rates New Caledonia at Level 2 of 4: Exercise Increased Caution.
Homicide Rate
3.1 /100k
Safety Rank
#102 of 195
Travel Advisory
Level 2 of 4
Data Year
2009
Homicide Rate Trend (2006-2009)
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people. Homicide rates have remained broadly stable over the past decade. Source: UNODC via World Bank.
How New Caledonia Compares
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people, latest available year per country.
Safety for Travelers
Summary of the current US State Department advisory for New Caledonia:
The advisory level was decreased to 2. The "Unrest" risk indicator was removed. Advisory Summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in New Caledonia due to risk of crime. Advisory summary Exercise increased caution in New Caledonia. Review our travel guidance for New Caledonia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. Exercise increased caution in Areas Outside Noumea at night due to crime. Due to the civil unrest in 2024, an increased police and military presence remains around the country. Political demonstrations and protests may turn violent with little notice.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
About This Data
Homicide figures are intentional homicides per 100,000 people, compiled by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and published by the World Bank (indicator VC.IHR.PSRC.P5). Homicide is the most reliably comparable crime statistic across countries because definitions of other offences (assault, theft, robbery) vary widely between national legal systems and reporting practices.
Travel advisory levels are issued by the US Department of State and updated continuously. They reflect risks to travelers including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, and natural disasters — not only crime rates. Countries report crime data with different lags; the most recent available year is shown for each metric.
New Caledonia Population & Demographics
Population of 292,639, growth trends, economy, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Caledonia safe to visit?
The US State Department rates New Caledonia at Level 2 of 4 (Exercise Increased Caution). The homicide rate of 3.1 per 100,000 is moderate by global standards.
What is the crime rate in New Caledonia?
New Caledonia has an intentional homicide rate of 3.1 per 100,000 people (2009, World Bank/UNODC), ranking #94 of 195 countries.
What is the US travel advisory level for New Caledonia?
New Caledonia is currently at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Advisory levels range from Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).
How does crime in New Caledonia compare to other countries?
New Caledonia's homicide rate of 3.1 per 100,000 is below the world average of 5.2 and below the Oceania average of 5.9.