The regal Georgian spa town of Bath, the home place of Jane Austen, was voted the next safest city in the world, with 69% of those questioned ranking it as safe, and only 2% regarding it as risky.

Attractions in the city include the famous Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent and a chance to sample the locally brewed Abbey Ales.

The Scottish capital of Edinburgh came third on the shortlist of the world's safest cities, with 69% of people rating it as safe and just 3% describing it as risky.

Visitors can pick from a wealth of delights here, from perusing independent boutiques on Princes Street to exploring the city's slew of ethereal castles.

York, Bath and Edinburgh rank among the world's safest cities to visit