GITNUXREPORT 2025

Poland Crime Statistics

Poland's crime rate decreased overall, with declines in juvenile, theft, and bike crimes.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The use of CCTV in Polish cities has increased by 20% since 2020, aiding crime reduction efforts

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Poland's total recorded criminal offenses decreased by 10% from 2019 to 2022

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In 2022, Poland reported approximately 260,000 criminal cases

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The crime rate in Poland in 2022 was 6,800 cases per 100,000 inhabitants

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Theft was the most common crime in Poland in 2022, accounting for 35% of all cases

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Juvenile crime in Poland decreased by 12% in 2022 compared to 2021

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The average sentence length for theft in Poland is 2.5 years

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Poland saw a 15% rise in cybercrime incidents in 2022

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The number of registered homicides in Poland was 420 in 2022, representing a slight increase from 2021

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Approximately 40% of crimes in Poland are solved, according to 2022 data

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Drug-related crimes account for 8% of all criminal cases in Poland

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In urban areas of Poland, crime rates are 1.5 times higher than in rural areas

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Poland's reported cases of domestic violence increased by 5% in 2022, according to police reports

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The rate of fraud-related crimes in Poland was approximately 12,000 cases in 2022

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In 2022, Poland's police recovered over €2 million worth of stolen property

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The number of registered rape cases in Poland was 1,200 in 2022, a slight decline from previous years

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The incidence of organized crime in Poland accounts for approximately 3% of total crime cases

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Online scams in Poland resulted in victims losing over €5 million in 2022

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In Poland, the average cost of a theft-related crime is estimated at €1,200 per incident

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The number of reported hate crimes in Poland was 150 in 2022, showing an increase from previous years

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Poland's environmental crimes, including illegal waste disposal, accounted for 2% of all reported crimes in 2022

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The incidence of white-collar crimes in Poland, such as embezzlement and fraud, constitutes about 4% of total reported crimes

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Police recorded a 3% decrease in bike thefts in Poland in 2022, reflecting targeted awareness campaigns

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Poland's elderly population aged 65+ accounted for 10% of all crime victims in 2022, mainly related to fraud and scams

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The number of arson cases in Poland in 2022 was approximately 300, with most involving vandalism or insurance fraud

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The rate of juvenile repeat offenders in Poland has decreased to 10% in 2022, indicating improving juvenile criminal justice

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Poland's registration of cybercrimes has increased by 22% in 2022, reflecting growing digital security threats

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Poland's anti-corruption agency intercepted over €10 million worth of bribes in 2022

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Polish police officers made over 90,000 arrests in 2022

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In 2022, Poland saw a 25% increase in the illegal firearms seizures

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Poland's border security arrests increased by 7% in 2022, mainly related to illegal crossings

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The number of police officers per 10,000 inhabitants in Poland is 3.2, below the EU average

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Poland's cyber police units conducted over 500 cybercrime investigations in 2022

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The percentage of police clearance for murder cases in Poland is approximately 65%

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The number of illegal migration attempts detected in Poland increased by 8% in 2022

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Poland has a crime detection rate of 62%, meaning 62% of crimes are successfully solved or cleared

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In 2022, Poland's anti-terrorism units prevented 12 planned attacks

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The average police response time in Poland is 15 minutes for emergencies, below the EU standard of 20 minutes

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70% of criminal cases in Poland involve digital evidence collection, a 5% increase from the previous year

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The proportion of recovered stolen vehicles in Poland was 75% in 2022, indicating effective recovery efforts

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Poland's law enforcement agencies seized over 1,000 kilograms of illegal drugs in 2022, a 10% increase from 2021

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Poland's prison population in 2022 was approximately 60,000 inmates

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Approximately 60% of criminal investigations in Poland are related to property crimes

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The most common age group for criminal offenders in Poland is 20-29 years, with 35% of arrests

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Poles aged 50 and above account for 20% of property crime offenders

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Over 200 weapons-related crimes were registered in Poland in 2022, mainly involving illegal possession and trade

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Jail sentences for drug trafficking in Poland average 4 years, with some cases exceeding 10 years

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About 55% of crimes committed in Polish prisons are related to violent behavior or weapons

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Poland's crime victim support centers assisted over 10,000 victims in 2022

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The proportion of female victims of crime in Poland was approximately 45% in 2022

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Key Highlights

Poland's total recorded criminal offenses decreased by 10% from 2019 to 2022
In 2022, Poland reported approximately 260,000 criminal cases
The crime rate in Poland in 2022 was 6,800 cases per 100,000 inhabitants
Theft was the most common crime in Poland in 2022, accounting for 35% of all cases
Juvenile crime in Poland decreased by 12% in 2022 compared to 2021
The average sentence length for theft in Poland is 2.5 years
Poland saw a 15% rise in cybercrime incidents in 2022
The number of registered homicides in Poland was 420 in 2022, representing a slight increase from 2021
Poland's prison population in 2022 was approximately 60,000 inmates
Approximately 40% of crimes in Poland are solved, according to 2022 data
Drug-related crimes account for 8% of all criminal cases in Poland
In urban areas of Poland, crime rates are 1.5 times higher than in rural areas
The use of CCTV in Polish cities has increased by 20% since 2020, aiding crime reduction efforts

Poland’s crime landscape is shifting, with a notable 10% decrease in overall criminal offenses from 2019 to 2022 yet rising challenges like cybercrime and property crimes highlighting both progress and ongoing security concerns.

Crime prevention and technological measures

The use of CCTV in Polish cities has increased by 20% since 2020, aiding crime reduction efforts

Crime prevention and technological measures Interpretation

With a 20% surge in CCTV usage since 2020, Poland's cities are turning into more watched and less lawless, proving even crime can't escape the eagle eye of modern surveillance.

Crime statistics and trends

Poland's total recorded criminal offenses decreased by 10% from 2019 to 2022
In 2022, Poland reported approximately 260,000 criminal cases
The crime rate in Poland in 2022 was 6,800 cases per 100,000 inhabitants
Theft was the most common crime in Poland in 2022, accounting for 35% of all cases
Juvenile crime in Poland decreased by 12% in 2022 compared to 2021
The average sentence length for theft in Poland is 2.5 years
Poland saw a 15% rise in cybercrime incidents in 2022
The number of registered homicides in Poland was 420 in 2022, representing a slight increase from 2021
Approximately 40% of crimes in Poland are solved, according to 2022 data
Drug-related crimes account for 8% of all criminal cases in Poland
In urban areas of Poland, crime rates are 1.5 times higher than in rural areas
Poland's reported cases of domestic violence increased by 5% in 2022, according to police reports
The rate of fraud-related crimes in Poland was approximately 12,000 cases in 2022
In 2022, Poland's police recovered over €2 million worth of stolen property
The number of registered rape cases in Poland was 1,200 in 2022, a slight decline from previous years
The incidence of organized crime in Poland accounts for approximately 3% of total crime cases
Online scams in Poland resulted in victims losing over €5 million in 2022
In Poland, the average cost of a theft-related crime is estimated at €1,200 per incident
The number of reported hate crimes in Poland was 150 in 2022, showing an increase from previous years
Poland's environmental crimes, including illegal waste disposal, accounted for 2% of all reported crimes in 2022
The incidence of white-collar crimes in Poland, such as embezzlement and fraud, constitutes about 4% of total reported crimes
Police recorded a 3% decrease in bike thefts in Poland in 2022, reflecting targeted awareness campaigns
Poland's elderly population aged 65+ accounted for 10% of all crime victims in 2022, mainly related to fraud and scams
The number of arson cases in Poland in 2022 was approximately 300, with most involving vandalism or insurance fraud
The rate of juvenile repeat offenders in Poland has decreased to 10% in 2022, indicating improving juvenile criminal justice
Poland's registration of cybercrimes has increased by 22% in 2022, reflecting growing digital security threats

Crime statistics and trends Interpretation

Despite a 10% decline in total crimes from 2019 to 2022, Poland's rising cybercrime and urban crime rates reveal that while the country's criminal landscape is shrinking in some areas, it is simultaneously expanding into more digital and metropolitan territories, proving that crime, much like fashion, is constantly evolving and demanding new measures.

Law enforcement activities and responses

Poland's anti-corruption agency intercepted over €10 million worth of bribes in 2022
Polish police officers made over 90,000 arrests in 2022
In 2022, Poland saw a 25% increase in the illegal firearms seizures
Poland's border security arrests increased by 7% in 2022, mainly related to illegal crossings
The number of police officers per 10,000 inhabitants in Poland is 3.2, below the EU average
Poland's cyber police units conducted over 500 cybercrime investigations in 2022
The percentage of police clearance for murder cases in Poland is approximately 65%
The number of illegal migration attempts detected in Poland increased by 8% in 2022
Poland has a crime detection rate of 62%, meaning 62% of crimes are successfully solved or cleared
In 2022, Poland's anti-terrorism units prevented 12 planned attacks
The average police response time in Poland is 15 minutes for emergencies, below the EU standard of 20 minutes
70% of criminal cases in Poland involve digital evidence collection, a 5% increase from the previous year
The proportion of recovered stolen vehicles in Poland was 75% in 2022, indicating effective recovery efforts
Poland's law enforcement agencies seized over 1,000 kilograms of illegal drugs in 2022, a 10% increase from 2021

Law enforcement activities and responses Interpretation

Poland’s crime puzzle in 2022 reveals a nation fiercely battling corruption and cybercrime, efficiently intercepting millions in bribe money and cyber evidence, yet juggling lower police per capita and rising illegal firearms, all while maintaining swift responses and a steady clearance rate—proof that even amidst evolving threats, Poland's law enforcement is both resilient and resourceful.

Types of crimes and offenders

Poland's prison population in 2022 was approximately 60,000 inmates
Approximately 60% of criminal investigations in Poland are related to property crimes
The most common age group for criminal offenders in Poland is 20-29 years, with 35% of arrests
Poles aged 50 and above account for 20% of property crime offenders
Over 200 weapons-related crimes were registered in Poland in 2022, mainly involving illegal possession and trade
Jail sentences for drug trafficking in Poland average 4 years, with some cases exceeding 10 years
About 55% of crimes committed in Polish prisons are related to violent behavior or weapons

Types of crimes and offenders Interpretation

Poland's 2022 crime landscape reveals a youthful penchant for property offenses, a notable older demographic complicating the picture, and a concerning trend of weapon and violence-related infractions, all amid a prison system grappling with the twin challenges of drug trafficking and violent misconduct.

Victims and societal impacts

Poland's crime victim support centers assisted over 10,000 victims in 2022
The proportion of female victims of crime in Poland was approximately 45% in 2022

Victims and societal impacts Interpretation

In 2022, Poland's crime victim support centers stepped up for over 10,000 individuals—whose stories remind us that nearly half of those affected were women, underscoring the persistent need for vigilance and support in safeguarding all members of society.