| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| INEGI | Mexico’s national statistics agency |
| ENSU | National Survey of Urban Public Security |
| El Mencho | A leader of a powerful criminal organization |
In Mexico, many people still feel their cities are unsafe, but this feeling has decreased a bit. According to a survey called ENSU by INEGI, about 61.5% of people think their city isn’t safe. This is the lowest it has been since President Claudia Sheinbaum started in 2024.
The survey showed that more women than men feel unsafe. About 67.2% of women and 54.6% of men think their city is not secure. The survey also found that the feeling of being unsafe in Puerto Vallarta, a city in Jalisco, increased a lot. This happened after a man named El Mencho, who was a leader of a criminal group, was killed. This led to more violence, making people feel less safe.
Cities like Irapuato and Guadalajara have high numbers of people who feel unsafe. In Irapuato, known as the “strawberry capital,” 92.1% of people feel unsafe. Many people also feel insecure when using ATMs, walking in streets, and using public transport.
On the other hand, foreign residents in Mexico feel safer than local people. The survey also showed that people trust the Mexican Navy, Army, and other forces to handle crime effectively.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Urban | Urbano |
| Transport | Transporte |
| Crime | Crimen |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think some cities feel safer than others?
- What can be done to make people feel safer in their cities?
- Why might foreign residents feel safer than Mexican residents?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- How does the feeling of safety differ between men and women in Mexico?
- What role do you think the Mexican Navy and Army play in making people feel safe?
