Embassy of the United Kingdom in Madrid, Spain; address Avda Diagonal 477-13, 08036, Barcelona; phone +34917146300. Head of mission: Hugh Elliott. Plus 9…
Head of mission: Hugh Elliott, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Andorra
Head of mission: Sarah-Jane Morris, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Paul Abrey, Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Peter John Nevitt, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Ms Charmaine Arbouin, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Michael Kent Banham, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr David Gordon Ward, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr José Luís Briceño Romero, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr Joseph Edward David Cooper, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
The United Kingdom is a prominent and diverse destination for international tourism, celebrated for its rich history, culture, and scenic landscapes. Although recent data indicates a decline in tourist arrivals, it still attracts considerable international interest, as reflected in its substantial tourist revenue. Among the 7 million Spaniards who travel abroad annually, a portion may find the UK appealing for their visits.
The safety of the United Kingdom for tourists from Spain can be assessed through various rankings and crime statistics. While the UK ranks 37th out of 40 countries in terms of safety while walking alone at night, Spain ranks significantly higher at 22nd. According to the Global Peace Index, the UK is ranked 34th out of 160 countries, again lower than Spain, which is 23rd. In terms of murder rates, Spain has a lower rate at 0.6 per 100,000 people compared to the UK's 1.0. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Spain at 0.4 and the UK at 0.6. Regarding organized crime, the UK generally has lower indices for state crime (3.0) compared to Spain (5.0), but higher for foreign crime (8.0 for the UK vs. 7.5 for Spain). Overall, while the UK has some safety concerns, particularly in specific areas, it is considered relatively safe for tourists, though it may not be as safe as Spain. Tourists should remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings.
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