Is Belgium Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Belgium

Safety rating

Safe
4 /5

Women living in Belgium consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.3 /5

Women living in Belgium consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.3 out of 5.

Violence rating

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.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 157 experiences

Safety rating:

4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.2/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.3/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.2/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Belgium?

Deniz

Deniz

Brussels

I would say it depends in which area you are. But at night it is not safe. You should be careful taking public transport because at night it is not safe. You don’t know what will happen and also there are more people that are using drgs. But overall if you are visiting Brussels in the day and you see it, it is not unsafe you can walk freely. You have to be careful for your bag though. 😄

Posted: May 30, 2025
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Merve

Merve

Belgium

Belgium is mostly safe if you stay in public places and most known cities. All activities are to do in public era. If you walk at nights in small streets where no one is, make sure you are with a friend or never use this streets walk always at places where people are seen.

Posted: May 29, 2025
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Claire

Claire

Brussels

Brussels is mostly safe. As a woman, I do experience catcalling sometimes though, and I make sure to avoid problematic spots at night (le bois de la cambre or around la gare du nord). Other than that, it's mostly safe.

Posted: May 29, 2025
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Anna-Paulina

Anna-Paulina

Brussels

Brussels is a city that according to each region has a very different safety level. Once you know the exact areas, witch are very easily distinguishable on a map, you can avoid the less safe areas. Overall during the day it's good. Once it is darker, and you come home from a night out, you need to know your route.

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Dikra

Dikra

Mechelen

Mechelen is a safe space with a lot of police control you can go outside ( you will get catcalled if you look cute, but I think that’s everywhere because men can’t behave lol) you can take the train or the bus without a single worry and I regularly go on a run in the middle of the night without anyone bothering me

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Is Belgium worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.7 /5

based on 96 experiences from female travelers

Julia

Julia

Netherlands

Ghent, Solo travel

I went to Ghent for 3 days and stayed at the Upplink hostel. It was a great experience because the hostel has a lot of young people, it is in a perfect location and very well organized. The hostel staff were very friendly and gave me a city tour. The city is very beautiful and easy to get around because all the attractions are close by. The castle is definitely worth a visit. Try the Ghent Noses. The restaurants are expensive, and for a solo traveler with a very small salary, I think it is worth buying a sandwich at Carrefour for lunch 🤣

Posted: May 8, 2025
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Irene

Irene

About Me

Hi! I’m Irene, 18 years old from Belgium. I’m passionate about nature, animals, and active travel. I love hiking, swimming, and exploring new places. I’m friendly, open-minded, and always up for meaningful conversations or spontaneous adventures. Currently looking for travel buddies for summer trips or volunteering abroad!

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Ille

Ille

About Me

Hi there! <3 I’m a Belgian girl from a cozy little town called Haacht — just a train ride away from Brussels, Antwerp, Leuven, and Mechelen! I live with my family (mom, dad, sister and her bf) and my 3 cute doggos. We have a guest room. I’m obsessed with learning about new cultures — I think it’s the most magical thing in the world. That’s why I’m studying International Tourism and Leisure, and I also run a little travel account on Instagram: @travilling.diaries if you wanna follow along! Some of my favorite things? Autumn, hot chocolate, nature walks and hikes, concerts, theatre, Disney, books, city trips, sushi, getting boba with friends, Gilmore Girls, and meeting new people from all over the world. If you’re ever in Belgium and want a local friend to show you around or a comfy place to crash, I’d love to help! My main Insta is @illemaeyaert_ (it’s private, but feel free to send me a quick message if you’re coming from here!)

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Safety in Belgium

Frequently asked questions

Is Belgium safe?

Women living in Belgium consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

Is Belgium safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Belgium consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Belgium?

Women living in Belgium consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Belgium?

Women living in Belgium consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Belgium?

Women living in Belgium consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Belgium consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Belgium?

Women living in Belgium consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Belgium?

Women living in Belgium 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 Belgium?

Women living in Belgium consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

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

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