Is Belgium Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Belgium

Safety index

Moderate
3.5 /5

The safety level in Belgium is considered to be moderate, with an overall safety index of 3.5.

Crime index

Low
1.8 /5

The crime rate in Belgium is considered to be low, with an overall crime index of 1.8.

Violence index

2.5%

On average 2.5% percentage of women in Belgium have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

Crime & Safety Stats

Safety index:

3.5/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.4/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

3/5Moderate

Crime index:

1.8/5Low

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:

1.8/5A Bit Worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.8/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

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How safe is Belgium for women?

Kyla

Kyla

Hi all! I grew up and lived in Belgium my whole life. Overall, it's is relatively safe, and you'll easily get around by speaking English! Belgians (for the most part) are welcoming, however, you must keep in mind that the right wing party (politics) is rising which increases xenophobia. Stay aware for petty thefts, don't walk alone at night, and keep your belongings safe, particularly in big cities. Belgium has a lot to offer, it's always best if you are in a group (especially locals) to enjoy the full potential of our beautiful country. I hope this helps 🤗

Posted: July 9, 2024
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I think it's a nice place, although there are some areas which are more dangerous than others, I've sometimes walked after midnight alone and haven't had any bad experience yet and know some friends have done the same and haven't had any bad experience either

Posted: June 6, 2024
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Satine

Satine

I was born and raised in Belgium. It is a lovely country but you have to be careful if you are travelling alone, where you go in Belgium. It is mostly safe especially during the day. But at night there are weird people sometimes or many drunk/homeless people who make you uncomfortable. Especially Brussels is a rather unsafe place to be if you don’t know the city. Other areas in Belgium are ok, but you always need to be careful. I personally hate going to Brussels because I always feel unsafe or uncomfortable with the men looking and catcalling. Also many pickpockets and even violence if you interact with the wrong people. But it real depends where you go in Brussels. Try to avoid (gare du Nord, Schaerbeek, Anderlecht, Molenbeek, )

Posted: March 23, 2024
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Belgium is a very safe country, both at night and during the day. you can walk around without any worries :) I feel very safe on public transport. In cafes you can always go to the waiters if there is something you don't like. everyone is going to help you here

Posted: March 18, 2024
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I have lived here since I was born and it has never happened to me. But I have heard testimonies from people I know, my father who was attacked when he got off the train, in the parking lot when he was coming back from work. One day, someone tried to steal my phone on the subway. But otherwise I have already gone out several times alone at night in Brussels for example, to take a bus at 3 or 4 a.m. and I have never had a problem. but still be careful in the evening. I think the day is safe

Posted: February 26, 2024
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Is Belgium safe to travel?

4.9 /5

Based on 21 experiences

Daiane

Daiane

Germany

Solo travel experience

A country in which I felt extremely safe, I could walk alone at night without worrying, I could see the sights on foot and the food was also excellent. I stayed in a hostel and it was well located, close to the train stations

Posted: June 27, 2024
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Paola

Paola

Costa Rica

Solo travel experience

I went to visit Belgium and everything was great, good food, new experiences, friendly people, safe and quiet place, you make many friends, multicultural, I tried foods from many countries and it was the best 🩷🩷🩷

Posted: January 6, 2024
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Is Belgium worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 21 experiences

Nesli

Nesli

Turkey

Solo travel experience

It was my first solo experience but was really amazing. I also visit Netherlands and Luxembourg too. I stayed in city centre and I joined a-day tours which were awesome. I really like Belgium fried and waffles.

Posted: April 24, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Couple travel experience

I did a nice coast trip with my friend in belgium. It is possible to drive from west to east coast by tram, 60km on one day. One ticket. Hop on hop off between beach, grass, villages and cities. Nice small cafés on the road and at the end activities on the beach.

Posted: January 3, 2024Experienced: July, 2023
Things to do: 4/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Meet locals in Belgium

Jade

Jade

About Me

Hi hi 👋! I'm a 20 yo 2D animation student. I'm currently on an exchange/erasmus in Belgium (originally from Qc, Canada). I love learning and discovering. I speak fluently both French (native) and English, and am learning Chinese.

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Audrey

Audrey

About Me

I love travelling and discovering the world and its people. I'm curious about culture. As a photographer, I really enjoy capturing certain moments in life and certain places.

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Crime in Belgium