Reasons not to retire in the Philippines.

Reasons not to retire in the Philippines include, the fact that crime is present in various forms and remains a serious issue throughout the region. Major questions exist about the illicit drug trade, trafficking in human beings, murder, corruption, and domestic violence. There is a high incidence of murder cases in the Philippines, which is the highest as of 2014 in Southeast Asia. The high incidence of crime plagues most major cities.

CITIES  WITH THE HIGHEST CRIME RATE IN PHILIPPINES

Rank	City	Region	Population	Total no. of crimes (2018)
1	Quezon City	National Capital Region	2,936,116	41,152
2	City of Manila	National Capital Region	1,780,148	21,386
3	Cebu City	Central Visayas	922,611	12,130

COMMON CRIMES IN PHILIPPINES

1. Murder and the higher crime rates are reasons not to retire in the Philippines.

The Philippines had a murder rate of 9.84 per 100,000 individuals in 2014, with a total of 9,784 cases reported. In Southeast Asia, the nation also had the highest rate of murder cases in 2013, with a rate of 8.8, followed by Thailand. In 2002 and 2010, the murder rate in the Philippines hit its peak, with rates of 8.1 (6,553 cases) and 9.553 points, respectively (8,894 cases).

2. Organized crime

In the Philippines, organized crime can be linked to individual families or barkadas (groups) who commit crimes ranging from extorting, trafficking illicit drugs, and loan sharking to stealing, abduction, and murder for hire.

3. Illegal drug trade

A big issue is the illicit drug trade. The most common drugs responsible for most drug-related arrests are meth (“shabu”) and marijuana (“weeds” or “damo”). Due to its position on drug smuggling routes, much of the illicit drug trade involved the members of major Chinese triad groups operating in the Philippines.

4. Petty crime

In the Philippines, petty crime, like pick-pocketing, is a problem. It typically takes place in areas with lots of people, ranging from shopping hubs to churches. Traveling alone after dark to withdraw cash is a risk, especially for foreigners.

Others include domestic violence, rape, human trafficking, prostitution and corruption, and police misconduct. These are reasons not to retire in the Philippines, so look for safer areas.

CITIES WITH THE LEAST CRIME RATE IN THE PHILIPPINES

1. City – Ormoc City       

• Region- Eastern Visayas       
• Population- 215,031       
• No of crimes- 134

2. City- Cotabato City       

• Region- Soccsksargen       
• Population – 299,438   
• No of crimes- 220

3. City – Puerto Princesa City   

• Region- MIMAROPA       
• Population- 255,116   
• No of crimes- 227

SAFEST CITIES IN PHILIPPINES

• Baguio

Baguio is a very cool place to live, and not a reason not to retire in the Philippines. Baguio sits on top of a mountain, so it’s very cool, but it rains a fair bit as well, But anyway a real nice place to visit.

Baguio is a lovely place to visit, very cool, hectic on weekends and holidays. The bloody road up and down the mountain is one problem with Bagiou. There is nowhere else to go once you’re in Baguio, except down the hill.

• La union

La Union is a trendy surfing area with surf schools, sandy beaches, nice restaurants, and expats. It might be costly to rent a place near the beach, but it must be cheaper around it. It’s about a 4-5+ hour drive from Manila and a 1-hour drive from Bagiou.

• Manila

Many expat retirees hate Manila, but Metro Manila is very likely to be your destination if you are heading to the Philippines for work. One expat highlighted the myths regarding safety in Manila. He said, ‘Manila isn’t as bad as it appears to many people. So it is not a reason not to retire in the Philippines.

PHILIPPINES CRIME RATE & STATISTICS 

Year    Per 100K Population    Annual % Change

2017        8.40            -23.64%

2016        11.00            15.79%

2015        9.50            -2.06%

2014        9.70            4.30%

2013        9.30            5.68%

2012        8.80            -1.12%

2011        8.90            -3.26%

2010        9.20            -7.07%

2009        9.90            54.69%

2008        6.40            -4.48%

2007        6.70            -5.63%

2006        7.10            -5.33%

2005        7.50            0.00%

2004        7.50            -3.85%

2003        7.80            -3.70%

2002        8.10            10.96%

2001        7.30            -1.35%

2000        7.40            -1.33%

1999        7.50            -5.06%

1998        7.90            -15.96%

1994        9.40            -18.97%

1993        11.60            -8.66%

1992        12.70            -7.30%

1991        13.70            -8.67%

1990        15.00            -8.67%

CRIME PREVENTION IN PHILIPPINES

The National Police of the Philippines is committed to maintaining public safety and reducing the fear and occurrence of community crime. Yet each community member can do several things to minimize his or her risk of becoming a victim or avoid the event of crime from occurring. Crime prevention tips for your house, your business, yourself, and your family are below.

CONCLUSION AND PREVENTION TIPS for Reasons not to retire in the Philippines.

• Get to know your neighbors and all your street residents. In controlling the operations in your block, they will be your partners.
• Organize a Neighborhood Watch consisting of participants as neighbors. In monitoring events on the block and reporting abnormal or suspicious activity to the police and the Street Watch Officer, be concerned and comply.
• Exchange names between participants, home and work telephone numbers. In an emergency or crime event, prepare a map of the block or community where you belong for quick recognition of households. The house number, telephone numbers, and names of the inhabitants should be included in the diagram. The phone numbers of the ambulance and police departments should be included on the map.
• Attend meetings that your Street Watch Officer has called. Find more about your area’s crime situation and what you can do about it. Share with your neighbor’s knowledge and experiences.
• In your town, get to know your police chief and the members of the police station. Write down the emergency hotline number of the station in a spot you can quickly see if you need police advice or support. Use the police force to keep you, your family, and your neighborhood safe and sound. They are ready, eager, and able.

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