Share of crime incidents in Israel 2023, by category

According to a 2023 survey, some *** percent of adults ages 20 years and above reported being a victim of an online crime. Online criminal offenses were the most common type of crime that year. It was followed by victimization by violence or threat of violence, which was experienced by just over * percent of the population. Sexual harassment and theft were reported by some * percent of respondents.

Cybercrime trends and demographics

Information theft and unauthorized distribution of information were the most common of cybercrime incidents, affecting almost ** percent of victims, closely followed by identity theft at nearly ** percent. These statistics reveal the primary focus of cybercriminals on obtaining and exploiting personal data. Interestingly, the age group most vulnerable to cybercrime was 35-44 year-olds. Nearly ** percent of Israelis in this age range reported being victimized by cyber criminals. In contrast, those aged 65 and older experienced a lower victimization rate of *** percent, suggesting that middle-aged adults may be more exposed to online risks.

Safety and violent crime diverge along ethnic lines

Despite the rise in cybercrime, physical safety remains a concern for many Israelis. In 2023, ** percent of Jews and other ethnicities felt safe walking in their neighborhoods after dark, compared to **** percent of Arab Israelis. However, these figures represent the lowest levels of perceived personal safety since 2014. The disparity in safety perceptions is further highlighted by the alarming increase in violent crime against Arab Israelis, with *** victims reported in 2023 - a staggering *** percent increase from the previous year.