Suicides: 9.8 per 100,000 inhabitants in 2025, 78% more than in 1950

Suicides, 1950 – 2025, per 100,000 inhabitants. The highest point was 1984 (12.4).

Source: CBS, tabel 7022gza (Overledenen; zelfdoding (inwoners), diverse kenmerken) · opgehaald 25 oktober 2026 · selection: Geslacht: Totaal mannen en vrouwen; Leeftijd: Totaal alle leeftijdenOpen the table Single block

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Suicides: 9.8 per 100,000 inhabitants in 2025, 78% more than in 1950

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