Domestic Violence Reporting Statistics in Ukraine
More than 1.1 million reports of domestic violence have been recorded in the Unified State Register over the past five years. In 2023, 19,700 cases were documented—a one-third decrease compared to the same period the previous year. Women account for 80% of all complaints, underscoring a persistent and alarming pattern of domestic violence across Ukraine.
This year, 15,737 reports came from women, with the share of female complaints holding steady at 78% over the last three years. In 2022, the highest proportion of reports from women reached 83%. The number of cases this year is also significantly lower than in previous years—3.5 times less than in 2021. Meanwhile, reports from children have increased: in 2026, children represented 6% of all complaints, and this year, children submitted 1,239 reports of domestic violence.
Regional Variations in Reporting
Among regions with the highest number of reports, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast leads, recording 2,216 complaints this year. Other regions with elevated case counts include:
- Odesa Oblast (1,284 cases)
- Vinnytsia Oblast (1,277 cases)
For the fourth consecutive year, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast holds the top spot for all registered domestic violence reports.
At the same time, some regions have seen a decline in domestic violence cases. Specifically, Chernivtsi Oblast experienced a sixfold reduction, Kyiv a fivefold drop, and Lviv and Volyn Oblasts a fourfold decrease. This year, men account for approximately 14–16% of all reports. The highest number of complaints from men came from Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, with 380 cases, representing 14% of all male reports.
Notably, the Sykhiv District Court of Lviv found local family doctor Nataliya Havrylo guilty of committing domestic violence, imposing an administrative penalty in the form of a fine.
The decline in domestic violence reports may reflect shifts in societal awareness of the issue or a genuine reduction in its prevalence in certain areas. However, the high proportion of female victims and the rise in cases involving children remain deeply concerning. It is crucial that government agencies and civil society organizations continue efforts to support survivors and prevent domestic violence, especially in regions where the situation remains critical.
As the statistics reveal a troubling trend in domestic violence reports, recent incidents highlight the ongoing issue within the healthcare sector. For instance, a family doctor in Lviv was recently fined for her involvement in a domestic violence case, illustrating the urgent need for awareness and accountability in all professions. To learn more about this specific case and its implications, read about the penalties faced by medical professionals in such situations.