Is Australia Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Australia

Safety rating

Safe
4.3 /5

Women living in Australia consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.1 /5

Women living in Australia consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

Violence rating

6.8%

On average 6.8% percentage of women in Australia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 271 experiences

Safety rating:

4.3/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.1/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Australia?

Sydney

I would say it is really safe, especially for such a big city with lots of tourists, but I've only been to cbd and east from that, idk about the western parts. I experienced sexual harassment once, since I've been there.

Posted: April 23, 2025
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Agnieszka

Agnieszka

Broome

There is crime in Broome, but it is opportunistic. Indigenous crime is high, but it's usually between the members of the community. Indigenous people may come up asking you to buy alcohol but they're very polite about it (just nicely decline).

Posted: April 23, 2025
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Cronulla

it’s a very safe area, i’ve never had anything crazy happen and i’ve lived there my whole life. at night i would mainly stay with friends but i have walked alone and nothings ever happened. i’d say just be the usual level of caution girls have to be :))

Posted: April 20, 2025
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valentine

valentine

Melbourne

You can walk at night, you can take easily public transport without any problem. The only people who can be agressive are drink and drugs homeless people but they don't do anything. Many Australians leave their doors open and no one steals them.

Posted: April 17, 2025
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Ari

Ari

Melbourne

For my lifestyle in Melbourne, the experience is safe in general. There will inevitably be people that act invariably but I feel safe, and if we meet up, I'll ensure we are comfortable and safe as can be at all times.

Posted: April 16, 2025
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Larce

Larce

Melbourne

Overall Melbourne is a safe city. I have not been a victim of any crimes and would say the overall culture is secure, general common sense like keeping phones/wallets out of site in tourist areas and using apps like Uber would keep you safe.

Posted: April 12, 2025
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Jessica

Jessica

Doonside

Honestly mid, not worth going to, just go to the Sydney CBD, Parramatta or Blue Mountains. Anything beyond Paramatta is most likely residential, going north or south is the same. Stick to walking the coast of NSW, much nicer sites.

Posted: April 11, 2025
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Samantha

Samantha

Kingaroy

Most of the crime here is done by youths/teens and are mild break ins or car theft. Doesn’t happen very often though. It’s a remote area but as long as common sense is used, it’s a lovely town to be in.

Posted: April 6, 2025
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Kirst

Kirst

Melbourne

Generally safe, but use general precautions especially at night and if drunk or alone. Don't walk through parklands in the city at night, the CBD is generally ok. Not a huge amount of street violence etc

Posted: April 4, 2025
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Perth

Perth is a small and safe city mostly centred on suburban and coastal living. Generally people are friendly and easy going, always happy to help. Public transport hubs, streets and city parks are well lit.

Posted: April 3, 2025
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Is Australia worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 91 experiences from female travelers

Sydney, Solo travel

Sydney is a super great and beautiful city. It's very easy to travel around on your own. There is great public transport in the cities and you meet new people everywhere. All in all, I can recommend Sydney in Australia to anyone. There is something for everyone.

Posted: April 10, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Kelis

Kelis

Canada

Sydney, Solo travel

I stayed in Sydney for about a month and I would say expect to spend around $60-70 per day, I’d recommend getting groceries rather than eating out because restaurants are very expensive here. I loved visiting the beaches everyday and sitting out in the sun I would recommend renting a car if you’re the type of person to do a lot of hikes or wanting to visit the blue mountains although you can get public transportation pretty much anywhere you want and it’s cheaper then renting or taking an Uber.

Posted: March 21, 2025
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Meet locals in Australia

Sarah

Sarah

About Me

Hello everyone! I’m Sarah, I’m 29 and I’m Italian! I’m currently in the land Down Under with a WHV. I’m quite extrovert and friendly, and I love meeting new people and learn about different cultures and traditions! I hope this new chapter of my life will be filled with adventures and new experiences!

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Ali

Ali

About Me

Hi lovely humans, my name is Alice but I go by Ali. I am solo traveling overseas for the first time this year and am super keen to make some friends on the way! I am very open minded, down to earth, bubbly and love some banter. I’m down for getting our steps up, eating too much, partying hard, relaxing as we deserve, and everything between! This year a goal of mine is to get over my fear of horses and go on a ride, if anyone can help me with this 💜

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Safety in Australia

Frequently asked questions

Is Australia safe?

Women living in Australia consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Is Australia safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Australia consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Australia?

Women living in Australia consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5