Is Montreal Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Montreal

Safety rating

Safe
4.2 /5

Women living in Montreal consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.8 /5

Women living in Montreal consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

13.6%

On average 13.6% percentage of women in Canada 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 90 experiences

Safety rating:

4.2/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.8/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Montreal?

Constance

Constance

Montreal is a really safe city, no pickpockets , never had any bad experience in public or using public transport. It is also very easy to find your way and people are always there to help, I recommend visiting:)

Posted: May 30, 2025
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Honestly, it's very safe in most parts of Montreal. Of course though, men still exist so it's a good idea to never leave your drink unchecked and to ask another woman for help or reassurance. Sorority is pretty good here.

Posted: May 19, 2025
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ratiba

ratiba

The place where I live is really safe , never had a problem with my neighbours, only families in my building so it’s kind of respectful place , Montrealers are very nice , they don’t judge they mind their own business . No worries about security

Posted: May 12, 2025
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Florence

Florence

Downtown you will be catcalled and might be approached by men, who can sometimes be insistant But shut them up or ignore them and leave and Im usually alright I try to keep 1 earphone out at night when walking alone, especially downtown, which is less safe, and I try to keep an eye on my surroundings But during the day its pretty same tbh

Posted: May 6, 2025
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Montreal is a pretty safe city, where there are rarely any pickpockets or day crimes. One has to stay cautious but overall pretty safe. You can walk with your phone in your hands and no one will snatch it away

Posted: April 26, 2025
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Montreal is very safe in most part! Would recommend for solo female traveler and LGBTQ+. People are really kind and crime is low. Just be aware of your surroundings during night as everywhere else! Stay in touristy areas for even more safety precautions

Posted: April 20, 2025
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Is Montreal worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.3 /5

based on 10 experiences from female travelers

Agny

Agny

Indonesia

Group travel

I was traveling with a group and still got approached by people with questionable intents, some beggars who were rude as well, so I wouldn’t say it’s entirely safe for solo traveling. Only in certain areas though, like alleys and I experienced it along Chinatown. During the day, much better, so many lively people. They still wanted to speak English so that was a relief. Did not get to interact much with the locals, unfortunately. I loved visiting Old Montreal, touristy but worth it. I had the best noodles with the biggest bowl ever, I forgot the name but definitely check that out. Poutine was bomb. Worth to visit if you are visiting Canada and are not too far away from Montreal.

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Valeria

Valeria

Puerto Rico

Group travel

I absolutely loved my trip to Montreal. I felt very safe and appreciated how organized and walkable the city was. The bike lanes were fantastic, making it easy to explore sustainably. Montreal’s diverse attractions, beautiful architecture, and environmentally conscious vibe really resonated with me. Plus, the variety of restaurants offered such a rich cultural experience. It’s truly a stunning and inspiring city. Total cost is approximately $1,000.

Posted: December 31, 2024
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Safety in Canada

Frequently asked questions

Is Montreal safe?

Women living in Montreal consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Is Montreal safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Montreal consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Montreal?

Women living in Montreal consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Montreal?

Women living in Montreal consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Montreal?

Women living in Montreal consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Montreal consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Montreal?

Women living in Montreal consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Montreal?

Women living in Montreal consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

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

Women living in Montreal consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

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

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