Falkland Islands🇫🇰

At a Glance

How Falkland Islands compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety56HealthcareAffordabilityClimateClean Air3

Limited data — some indices are not yet available.

Safety Index

56/100

Safety & Crime

Moderate Risk

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

Safety Index

56/100

Crime Index

44/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

67/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime68
Nighttime57

11 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Property crimes
Moderate48
Drug-related crime
Moderate48
Corruption & bribery
Low45
Violent crimes
Low43

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being insulted or harassed
Moderate50
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Moderate48
Being mugged or robbed
Low45
Things stolen from car
Low45
Home broken into
Low43
Being physically attacked
Low40
Car stolen
Low40

Based on 10 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Falkland Islands

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Falkland Islands

Pollution Index

3/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality100/100
Drinking Water Quality100/100
Green Spaces & Parks100/100
Comfortable to Spend Time100/100
Clean & Tidy92/100
Garbage Disposal92/100

Concerns

Noise & Light Pollution33/100
Water Pollution0/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 3 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Falkland Islands

Average One-Way Commute

40minutes

Average

Traffic Index

87

Below average congestion

Inefficiency

46

Time wasted in traffic

How People Commute

Walking100.0%

Based on 1 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Falkland Islands, answered with data

Is Falkland Islands safe for expats?

Falkland Islands has a safety index of 56/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers.

What is the air quality and pollution like in Falkland Islands?

Falkland Islands has a pollution index of 3/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

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