Is Brisbane Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Brisbane

Safety rating

Safe
4.1 /5

Women living in Brisbane consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Brisbane consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 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 21 experiences

Safety rating:

4.1/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.4/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.9/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.8/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.6/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Brisbane?

Brisbane is very safe, you can go for a walk in the middle of the night and nothing is gonna happen with you, you can go out with any clothes, no one is gonna mess with you or anyone. It’s a beautiful city, lots of parks and shopping

Posted: January 12, 2025
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Allison

Allison

Brisbane is a very safe place. Women should always take standard precautions after dark, however public transport, taxis, Ubers are all considered generally very safe. Crime rates are low and public areas are generally well lit at night.

Posted: January 5, 2025
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Brisbane is generally really safe, other than a few break ins, nothing happens that is dangerous. Brisbane is well light after dark, so it is easy to get around and feel safe. And the police are always easy to reach. Though most people would be happy to help as Australians are very social and helpful people.

Posted: January 3, 2025
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Tahlia

Tahlia

I walk alone in Brisbane at night all the time and catch public transport alone and I am never worried nor have I ever felt unsafe. Someone on drugs maybe once or twice but they typically leave everyone alone. I have never felt unsafe.

Posted: January 2, 2025
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brisbane is a relatively safe city but there is an ongoing rise in crime especially on public transport, crimes like being robbed, having your car stolen or having to forcefully hand over your personal items is becoming really popular. during the day it’s not really a concern depending on what area you’re in, but at night it’s 100% different

Posted: December 30, 2024
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very safe, i’m a generally anxious person person and very concerned about safety but have been okay even walking at night. even some of the buses/trains at night have security guards on them which aids in the over all feeling of safety

Posted: December 24, 2024
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I caught public transport all the time to get to school not once has anything happened and the best part is if you need help don’t be afraid to ask, majority of the people are actually really nice. The city is always buzzing with people and there are police located around the streets if you need help. As much as I say Brisbane is a safe city things to happed and I have to admit every thing is safer with a friend, it also makes everything more comfortable.

Posted: December 23, 2024
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Lily

Lily

Brisbane is normally pretty safe. There are heaps of sketchy characters around on public transport and at night. Clubbing is generally okay but always go with some friends as men can be very gross and touchy.

Posted: September 6, 2024
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Brisbane city is very safe during the day, there are constantly people nearby, however I wouldn’t recommend walking by yourself at night just in case. We have lots of safe suburbs, but there are some dodgy ones unfortunately.

Posted: August 28, 2024
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Avery

Avery

Brisbane is generally safe and has a thriving nightlife so there is often people all around. There can be some catcalling or unwanted attention, as we do have a high level of addiction and homelessness in the city. It is generally safe and comfortable to travel on public transport, particularly busses and there is often security at night. Overall I stay on guard but I have never been attacked or assaulted or had anything stolen my entire life, so I regard it as a safe city.

Posted: August 7, 2024
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Is Brisbane worth visiting?

Travel rating

4 /5

based on 7 experiences from female travelers

Rose

Rose

Australia

Solo travel

-Brisbane is very safe, with low crime and good public spaces. - Diverse options, from local Australian dishes to international cuisine, with a strong café culture. - Rich arts scene, outdoor activities, and vibrant festivals. - Affordable options for accommodation, food, and public transport, with choices for all budgets.

Posted: January 6, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Indigo

Indigo

Australia

Family travel

There are plenty of nice cafes and places to eat! I also love walking by the river at Kangaroo Point and New Farm or attending a salsa class in West End. However, safety at night can be a concern, I wouldn’t walk alone at night.

Posted: July 9, 2024
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Tahlia

Tahlia

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Hello! I’m Tahlia and I’m planning on solo traveling over the next few years. I would love to meet and stay in safe environments with likeminded women! I would also love showing others around my city :)

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Safety in Australia

Frequently asked questions

Is Brisbane safe?

Women living in Brisbane consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Is Brisbane safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Brisbane consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

Women living in Brisbane consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Brisbane consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

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

Women living in Brisbane consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5