Is Belo Horizonte Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Belo Horizonte

Safety rating

Moderate
3 /5

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.8 /5

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

11.7%

On average 11.7% percentage of women in Brazil 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 6 experiences

Safety rating:

3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

1.8/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

2.6/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.8/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.9/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.9/5A bit worried

How safe is Belo Horizonte?

isabela

isabela

Belo Horizonte is a relatively safe city by Brazilian standards. During the day, it is safe to take public transportation and walk around the city. However, the city becomes a bit more dangerous at night and in some specific areas, so if you go out at night, be accompanied or stay in well-populated places. Always keep an eye on personal belongings, especially wallets and cell phones.

Posted: January 30, 2025
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Comfy town due to the hospitality of people from Minas Gerais (Belo Horizonte’s district). Although, such as any place in Brazil, you got to pay attention to muggers and keep your phone hidden while taking a walk. Overall, a safe city.

Posted: January 4, 2025
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Bruna

Bruna

Belo Horizonte has safe and dangerous places, but you have to be careful with your bag and cell phone; walking at night in the city center is dangerous, there are many addicts, but there are safe regions in the city where, if you are well accompanied, you will not have problems.

Posted: December 24, 2024
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Jacqueline

Jacqueline

Belo Horizonte is a reasonably safe city due to its many nighttime activities. Some more distant neighborhoods are not very safe for women alone at night, but in the central neighborhoods where there is a lot of movement, it is safe.

Posted: September 19, 2024
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If you are traveling solo, I would recommend avoiding walking around the city center during the night. My suggestion is to uber places if you feel unsafe, as it is not on the expensive side! I would not recommend public transportation.

Posted: September 8, 2024
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Karen

Karen

Belo Horizonte is a very beautiful city. The people are extremely friendly and will help you if you need it. The transportation is average; you usually spend some time waiting. The food is truly fantastic.

Posted: August 3, 2024
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Meet locals in Belo Horizonte

Luisa

Luisa

About Me

Olá, sou artista visual! Amo de visitar museus, locais históricos, parques, experimentar comidas novas, bares, cafés e passeios low-cost. Moro em Betim, mas Belo Horizonte é onde vivo. Quero conhecer pessoas, línguas novas e trocar modos e culturas.

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Fernanda

Fernanda

About Me

Hey there! I’m Fernanda from Belo Horizonte, Brasil. Looking forward my first solo trip in May. I haven’t decided the destinations yet, I would love some suggestions 😉

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Safety in Brazil

Frequently asked questions

Is Belo Horizonte safe?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Is Belo Horizonte safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Belo Horizonte?

Women living in Belo Horizonte consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.