Is Vienna Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Vienna

Safety rating

Safe
4.4 /5

Women living in Vienna consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.8 /5

Women living in Vienna consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

4%

On average 4% percentage of women in Austria 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 85 experiences

Safety rating:

4.4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.8/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A 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:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Vienna?

Nelly

Nelly

It us very safe city ...I was not aware of this but since I am traveling especially to other Continental I understood that it is not everywhere as safe as in vienna ..there are some parts for example in the 10th Distrikt were I would be more careful ..but anywhere were you see people or lights the City being alice the City is safe also at 3 am in the morning

Posted: January 21, 2025
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Anna

Anna

VERY, I feel extremely safe. Especially in the district I live in. My neighborhood is very nice and quiet. Overall, Vienna and Austria in general, is very safe compared to other countries. Of course there are also some ‘bad neighborhoods’ where I would not walk alone at dark, but they are few and everybody knows.

Posted: January 20, 2025
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I’ve been catcalled once or twice, that was unpleasant. I also don’t feel safe at night in some districts (like mine, 10th, the ‘immigrant district’), and I fear of my house being broken into at times

Posted: January 20, 2025
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In the 10. and 21. district it is definitely not safe and I do not recommend walking around there at night alone. But overall Vienna is a very safe city. Also in clubs and bars always watch your drink.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Nothing to worry about it’s super safe. Also during the night is that fine to walk alone as a girl. I’ve been born and raised here and never had any issues being alone on the streets. Very good for solo travelers.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Wealthy, rich country. Talking as a white european woman, I have never experienced verbal or physical assault. However, conservativism increases going out of the capital where I live. I dont know what to write more but I am still not able to publish this how long should it be??

Posted: January 16, 2025
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Vienna ist very safe! It has the highest quality of life for years in a row. Even at night as a woman walking in the dark alone I never feel threatened or scared. I‘m so grateful to be able to live here.

Posted: January 15, 2025
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Meggi

Meggi

I have never been robbed or assaulted. I feel save in this city. There are many people that are friendly. If you need help, many people will help you. In public transportation i feel safe too. Sometimes there are people that are loud or that are drunk but they are peaceful.

Posted: January 12, 2025
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I feel very safe as a woman here. Ofc there are some parts where I feel a little uneasy when it's getting late but I have never been worried that I shouldn't go to certain places or that I don't want to pass through certain parts to get to my location. Just being mindful about your surroundings is enough :)

Posted: January 10, 2025
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Even though Vienna is a big City, and I am normally very anxious, especially when it comes to walking out in the dark alone, I feel more than safe in Vienna. I often take the public transportations or walk past midnight through the city. I feel super safe, people are always there, nothing has ever happened to me. Of course as in any big city there are certain districts where you shouldn’t go and other areas where it’s completely safe. But in general I would describe Vienna as one of the safest cities and places I’ve ever been to.

Posted: January 7, 2025
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Is Vienna worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 51 experiences from female travelers

Zeysan

Zeysan

Czech Republic

Couple travel

It was so fun but it was so fricking cold! We couldnt enjoy outside at all but every single thing we ve been was really fyn. It is really expensive though. Getting into touristic attractions took at least 100 euros

Posted: January 16, 2025
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Marta

Marta

Portugal

Solo travel

I felt very safe. Even though Viena is very expensive I could enjoy it either way. Ut was more of a budget trip so I really tried not to spent a lot. The museums were very expensive but I could visit 2, one of them was free at that day and the other one “ musa museum” is free so I still get to enjoy. If you’re able to spent more on that I would recommend Albertina museum. I stayed at the Metro apartments for 3 days and it was like 70€. It’s pretty good I think and it was only one hour walking from the center. If you’re visiting on Christmas I recommend to check the Christmas markets. Food recommendation - wurstelstand. That’s it, have a safe trip:)

Posted: December 29, 2024
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Meet locals in Vienna

Sunshine

Sunshine

About Me

. . . Balance is a key 𝐈𝐍 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 you do 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𓀤 all night long and do 𝐬𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐬 ツ next day Drink 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐞ツ but don’t forget your 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐞 Eat 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 ツ when your heart wants it and kale 𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐝 when your body needs it Wear high heels ツ on Saturday and walk barefoot on Sunday Go 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 ツ at the mall and then sit down and 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 ツ in your bedroom 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 Move and stay still Embrace all sides of who you are and 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 Be brave and bold and spontaneous and loud and let that complement your abilities to find silence and patience and modesty and peace ツ Aim for 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 . . . Make your 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 and don’t let anybody tell you how to live according to theirs ツ 𝐌𝐲 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥= 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 ✔︎

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Tassia

Tassia

About Me

Vienna once stole my heart and I stayed here. But I still love to discover new places and rediscover already visited. I enjoy taking pictures of buildings and especially details that I find curios. Also I'm into fantasy and sci-fi books, speak Russian, German and English and I find it relaxing to take care of my many plants.

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Safety in Austria

Frequently asked questions

Is Vienna safe?

Women living in Vienna consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Is Vienna safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Vienna consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Vienna?

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

What is the crime rate in Vienna?

Women living in Vienna consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Vienna?

Women living in Vienna consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Vienna 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 Vienna?

Women living in Vienna 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 Vienna?

Women living in Vienna consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

Women living in Vienna consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

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