paroolSep 23, 2026, 17:53

Significantly fewer Amsterdam teenagers suspected of crimes than ten years ago; though major differences between neighborhoods

The percentage of Amsterdam teenagers suspected of crimes has nearly halved over the past decade, falling from 4.1 percent to 2.3 percent. While overall crime involvement has decreased across all age groups, significant disparities persist between neighborhoods like Gaasperdam and Buitenveldert.

The number of teenagers in Amsterdam aged 12 to 18 suspected of committing crimes has significantly dropped to 2.3 percent in 2025, compared to 4.1 percent a decade ago. Data from the municipality indicates that these young suspects are primarily linked to theft, burglary, and fraud. Notably, nearly 10 percent of these teenagers are involved in illegal weapon possession, representing the highest share among all age groups. In contrast, residents over the age of 25 are more frequently suspected of traffic offenses and violent crimes.

While crime rates among suspects have decreased across all age brackets over the past ten years, there remains a notable disparity between various neighborhoods in Amsterdam. Areas such as Gaasperdam report an incidence rate of suspect activity among those aged 12 to 25 that is nearly four times higher than in Buitenveldert. Other regions showing higher concentrations of suspected youth include Geuzenveld, Slotermeer, and parts of the Noord district near Molenwijk.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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