British Virgin Islands🇻🇬

At a Glance

How British Virgin Islands compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety59HealthcareAffordabilityClimateClean Air68

Limited data — some indices are not yet available.

Safety Index

59/100

Cost of Living

How far your money goes in British Virgin Islands

Rent Index

47

100 = NYC rent

Groceries

83

100 = NYC groceries

Restaurant Prices

72

100 = NYC dining

Safety & Crime

Moderate Risk

How safe residents feel in British Virgin Islands — based on surveys of people living there

Safety Index

59/100

Crime Index

41/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

67/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime75
Nighttime65

10 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Drug-related crime
High65
Corruption & bribery
Moderate54
Property crimes
Moderate50
Violent crimes
Moderate48

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being insulted or harassed
Moderate46
Being physically attacked
Low42
Being mugged or robbed
Low38
Home broken into
Low33
Things stolen from car
Low27
Car stolen
Very Low17
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Very Low8

Based on 12 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

Cities

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Healthcare

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Environment

Polluted

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in British Virgin Islands

Pollution Index

68/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Drinking Water Quality75/100
Air Quality50/100
Green Spaces & Parks38/100
Comfortable to Spend Time38/100
Clean & Tidy13/100
Garbage Disposal13/100

Concerns

Water Pollution75/100
Noise & Light Pollution75/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 2 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in British Virgin Islands

Based on 0 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in British Virgin Islands, answered with data

Is British Virgin Islands safe for expats?

British Virgin Islands has a safety index of 59/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers.

What is the air quality and pollution like in British Virgin Islands?

British Virgin Islands has a pollution index of 68/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.

Before You Go

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