Is Canberra Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Canberra

Canberra is the capital of Australia, though it’s much smaller than Sydney and Melbourne, so has more of a smaller city feel. While it’s very convenient and safe, I still don’t feel comfortable walking alone at night outside of the immediate city area or high traffic areas. This is probably due to the average street lighting, so don’t feel as safe when it’s not as well lit, compared to feeling safer in more well lit and bigger cities.

Canberra is the capital of Australia, it's a best keep secret. Quiet, peaceful, educated, people are well dressed but casual. It may does not offer a vibrant nightlife, but instead you will be surrounded by nature

Canberra has always been a place in which I feel is very safe. With large amounts of people around and such a welcoming community, I would consider it very safe. There is always risk of threat (drink spiking, rape or assault) within the community as unfortunately it would be considered uncommon if this wasn't prevalent in society.

Canberra is a public service town where majority of population is well educated and work with government. This makes the place safe and to be honest, never heard of any issue in town other than stolen bikes.