Is Brussels Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Brussels

Safety rating

Safe
3.5 /5

Women living in Brussels consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.5 /5

Women living in Brussels consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 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 73 experiences

Safety rating:

3.5/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.8/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.8/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.5/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.3/5Not at all worried

How safe is Brussels?

Brussel is overall a very safe city, of course some places are less safe than other but that’s the same in every city I personally had never had something stolen in the transport or in the city even in the most touristic places Of course pay attention but most important of all : enjoy Brussels

Posted: August 9, 2025
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Pénélope

Pénélope

There are space in brussel you must avoid like station or street not popular dont stay alone too much after night be careful but hopefully there are many good people and they always help you in case of danger

Posted: August 7, 2025
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Brussels can be unsafe late at night next/close to the stations so be careful, also in the center (Bourse, place Sainte-Catherine,…). Otherwise, I find it relatively safe but maybe it is because I live here so I am used to it.

Posted: August 3, 2025
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Consuelo

Consuelo

I am not often alone, I never had problems but of course because it is a big city, there are some areas where you shouldn’t go as Molenbeek. The thing is I am always with friends or family so I feel like I can’t give a total accurate answer to this

Posted: July 29, 2025
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As every other city (I guess), some neighbourhoods are more peaceful than others, but Brussels is globally a very safe city according to me (a full time resident). I would recommend to inform yourself on which neighbourhoods to choose for your housing or your nighttime visits, but otherwise it’s pretty chill.

Posted: July 20, 2025
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It's depends of the neighborhood. Sometimes I feel safer and other times i don't. The public transport are safe enough but sometimes I do not like how men are looking at me.

Posted: July 9, 2025
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Is Brussels worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.3 /5

based on 33 experiences from female travelers

Sara

Sara

Italy

Solo travel

Brussels is an amazing city, so lively full of different culture and people. Everyone speaks English but the avarege life is pretty expensive especially the food. I will suggest to visit the Art Noveau houses and the gardens (there are many and all amazing). It's actually a pretty safe city but still be careful walking alone at night.

Posted: April 29, 2025Experienced: March, 2025
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Alexa

Alexa

Latvia

Solo travel

I visited Brussels recently and overall had a good experience. I felt mostly safe during the day, but in the evenings, I noticed a lot of groups of men walking around the city center, which made me feel a bit uncomfortable as a solo female traveler. That being said, the city itself is beautiful, full of historic architecture and great museums. I highly recommend visiting Grand Place, Atomium, and trying the local waffles and fries—they’re amazing. If you’re planning a short trip, 2–3 days are enough to cover the main sights. I’d suggest avoiding late evening walks alone, especially in less busy areas.

Posted: April 24, 2025
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Safety in Belgium

Frequently asked questions

Is Brussels safe?

Women living in Brussels consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Is Brussels safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Brussels consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Brussels?

Women living in Brussels consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Brussels?

Women living in Brussels consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Brussels?

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

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

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Brussels?

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Brussels?

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Brussels consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5