Is Victoria Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Victoria

Victoria is a beautiful small city on the west coast of Canada with a laid back, "island time" feel to it. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming and crime is very low. You'll always feel safe no matter which area you're in.

Victoria is a generally very safe place, although on the streets downtown we have a pretty bad homeless (drug/addiction) problem. These people are not dangerous as long as you don’t provoke them or engage in conversation. Do not walk on Pandora street at night (or even in the day) for this reason.

Victoria has its rough edges in certain downtown areas and industrial spots. General neighborhoods (no matter the location), are safe because you feel the citizens of Victoria are reliable enough to keep an eye out :)

I not worried about anything here:) I feel safe in Victoria:) Beautiful beautiful Victoria! I never had any problems here! I walked alone after midnight in this city or took bus, but I felt safe:) Victoria is the best city in my experience!

Victoria is safe. There are some areas of the downtown core which can be described as a bit unsafe, but overall the city is young and vibrant. As a young female, I have never feared for my safety here

I am actually from Saltspring which is right beside Victoria (and technically part of it) but I would say Victoria is a very safe place for women (from my limited experience). I have never been out at night in Victoria and felt in danger but no matter where I am I always try to stay in a group for maximum safety.

Solo travel

Victoria in inner harbour/government street/fisherman’s warf was fun, had a great nightlife and was extremely safe. Walking around by myself at night was not a problem, lots of people and busy touristy areas. Tons of beautiful sights to see around the harbour and great restaraunts. Take in a whale watching tour and be sure to check out butchtart gardens, they were absolutely stunning! Victoria is an expensive city, but definitely worth it. Do a day trip and head out to sombrío beach only 2 hours away for the hidden waterfall and stunning ocean scenery, or goldstream park is 20 minutes away for beautiful rainforest hikes. The downtown core is unsafe at night as there is a large homeless population with open use of drugs and alcohol. Stick to the touristy areas however and you’ll be just fine!

Solo travel

Being from Vancouver I’m often in Victoria but I love visiting in the summer because I find there are more things to do that are budget friendly. If you stay in downtown Victoria you’ll have easy access to the parliament building, Beacon Park, Fisherman’s wharf and more. Overall Victoria is a safe city and people are friendly. Food is delicious especially the Italian restaurant Pagliacci’s cheap and big portions. Transportation isn’t as expansive as Vancouver but $5 will get you a day pass for the bus which can take you to Buchart Gardens, the butterfly museum and nearby towns. Victoria is great of your looking to do a quick day trip or spend a few days. Recommend to locals and people visiting Vancouver