Is Antwerp Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Antwerp

Antwerp during the day is pretty safe besides the loud people on the public transportation. But during the night I'd recommend being with someone before walking the streets alone. Or definitely when you're in the city.

Antwerp is a safe city to travel. You might read stories about drug violence, this is kept between the “gangs” and is not noticeble by others. There is almost always people around (social control) and people mostly keep to themself.

Antwerp is generally safe with a welcoming atmosphere. Stay alert in crowded places like stations to avoid pickpockets, and exercise caution in less busy or poorly lit areas, especially late at night.

Personally, I feel very safe in Antwerp when walking through the city (even during the night). Most of the time you are not alone outside and there are enough people to feel safe. Antwerp is known for drug activities because of its port. Therefore, its best to stay in the centrum at night.

Antwerp is a safe city. Especially the center and the south part of the city. Public transport is also very safe (of course there are bad people everywhere) but in my twenty years of living there I have never been harrased. Avoid the neighborhoods behind the central station at night like borgerhout and het kiel and you’ll be fine! :)

Growing up in antwerp I have always felt safe, not having a lot of weird encounters with strangers. But like most cities, women best stay a little extra alert for safety reasons. Catcalling happens, and I have a lot of girlfriends who did have weird/ sexual encounters with men, usually on public transport. Always keep that extra eye on yourself

I think Antwerp is pretty save, however I prefer to use my bike in the dark so I'm always quick home of needed. I never feel alone in the dark, which feels save. However there are some places where the homeless are hanging around. Those I feel like are less save, but it is easy to skip those places and the police is always close if needed.

Antwerp is safe if you stay in fancier neighborhoods like zuid , the city center . Avoid northern areas at night , or at all. Being careful in areas just east of central train station. Still a fairly safe place , and ok with bike or public transport even at night

Antwerp is a safe city for women in my experience as a foreigner who lives here about 1.5 years. But you need to consider avoiding trusting strangers and giving them your personal information and watching your personal stuff in crowded places.

Very save, just stay away from central station at certain hours. Like 4 of 5 am. I mostly bicke back home from the cafe or local bar, and I feel okay. Uber feels pretty safe, too. During the day, try to pay attention to your bag, especially around Central Station and meir. It is too crowded and some people can have long fingers.

Solo travel

I always felt very safe in Antwerp during the day but also at night. There is a lot to do a lot of cute cafés, cool museums and also a lot of political events happening all the time. It rains a lot there tho and it is a very windy city as well. The people I have met were all very friendly and spoke great English. A lot of men kept winking at me or whistling at me but never anything more.

Solo travel

I visited Antwerp in September, which was a good choice as the weather was excellent for sightseeing: 20°C and the city itself lends itself to walking. If you only speak English, be prepared for some inconveniences as locals (understandably) might not be able to communicate in that language. Regarding the most important bit: I felt safe in the city and in my hotel, no one bothered me. I really recommend getting the Antwerp pass, as most museums are included in that and they have a great selection in the area and the price is absolutely fair. The city has amazing food, I recommend visiting the chocolate shops and getting waffles from street vendors-much cheaper and even better tasting! The prices can be higher then some other places in Europe, especially in restaurants so I recommend checking your options before going. Otherwise you will not spend too much money on activities if you buy the pass, so you can save money there. I do have to warn you, that the hotel, flights, food, and souvenirs may add up but it's worth it:)) This was my first solo trip, I loved the experience and I gained valuable insight during this short holiday!