Ovanåker

Ovanåker, located in Gävleborg county, has a demographic profile that places it within the Top 25% nationally, reflecting a strong engagement in civic activities and community safety measures. The municipality has a voter turnout for at least one election to the parliament, regional council, or municipal council of 82.2%, which is similar to the national average of 81.5% based on data from 2025. This indicates a robust participation in local governance.

In terms of reported violence in outdoor settings directed at children and youth, Ovanåker has a rate of 70.8 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants, also similar to the national average of 73.6 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants recorded in 2025. This metric reflects ongoing societal conditions regarding safety for younger populations.

The municipality reports a value of 2 on the deviation from the model-calculated value for reported violent crimes, indicating a higher than average level of reported incidents compared to the national benchmark, which is positioned at 1. This suggests that Ovanåker is experiencing a notable concern regarding violent crime rates, based on the data from 2024. It is important to approach this information with caution as it may suggest specific local challenges that need to be addressed.