Saint HelenaπŸ‡ΈπŸ‡­

At a Glance

How Saint Helena compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety77Healthcare69AffordabilityClimateClean Air16

Safety Index

77/100

Healthcare

69/100

Safety & Crime

Low Risk

How safe residents feel in Saint Helena β€” based on surveys of people living there

Safety Index

77/100

Crime Index

23/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

70/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime90
Nighttime80

10 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Property crimes
Low30
Drug-related crime
Low30
Violent crimes
Very Low20
Corruption & bribery
Very Low5

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being insulted or harassed
Very Low25
Things stolen from car
Very Low25
Home broken into
Very Low20
Being mugged or robbed
Very Low20
Being physically attacked
Very Low20
Car stolen
Very Low20
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Very Low0

Based on 5 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Saint Helena

Healthcare Index

69/100

Quality Breakdown

Friendliness & Courtesy100/100
Speed of Service75/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist75/100
Staff Skill & Competency50/100
Modern Equipment25/100
Accuracy & Completeness0/100
Cost Satisfaction100/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 1 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

None
100.0%
Healthcare69Safety77Quality of Life

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Saint Helena

Pollution Index

16/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality100/100
Green Spaces & Parks100/100
Comfortable to Spend Time100/100
Garbage Disposal75/100
Drinking Water Quality50/100
Clean & Tidy50/100

Concerns

Water Pollution25/100
Noise & Light Pollution0/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 1 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Saint Helena

Average One-Way Commute

15minutes

Very Short

Traffic Index

88

Below average congestion

Inefficiency

40

Time wasted in traffic

CO2 Emissions

4.0kg/trip

How People Commute

Car100.0%

Based on 1 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Saint Helena, answered with data

Is Saint Helena safe for expats?

Saint Helena has a safety index of 77/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Saint Helena?

Saint Helena scores 69/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it good by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.

What is the air quality and pollution like in Saint Helena?

Saint Helena has a pollution index of 16/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

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