Is China Safe for Women? Crime Rate in China
Safety rating
Women living in China consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.8 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in China consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 14.6% percentage of women in China 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 51 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.8/5 | Very Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.6/5 | Very Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.9/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is China?
Shanghai
I feel very safe in Shanghai. I can tell that the locals feel the same. No one bothers anyone here. There are cameras almost everywhere and police presence at key spots. There are also security checks at metro stations. Even when I walk alone at night, I don’t feel afraid.
Posted: May 24, 2025Shanghai
Life is very safe in Shanghai: tangible and strictly enforced laws are in place to protect women in any and all settings. Culturally, misogyny and sexism are still present, but would rarely escalate into physical violence. Help lines and healthcare services are readily available.
Posted: May 19, 2025Shanghai
Part of China (a very controlled country), Shanghai is the safest city I have ever visited, especially as a woman. You will never feel in danger, unsafe or even uncomfortable. The risk of being assaulted, robbed etc is extremely low (even late at night) due to the control of the government (lots of cameras) but mostly due to Chinese people's behaviour (extremely safe!!!).
Posted: May 4, 2025China
China is one of the safest place for everyone, cameras are everywhere. But anyway, of course, be careful. Check about the place before you go, specially if this is a small village. In big cities (almost every city in China is big lol) you can put even your phone on the table in street and go, no one will grab it. Even (0000.1%) if this happened, ( I’m sure it’s will be foreigners, not chinees), police will find your things for 1 second, because cameras everywhere lol
Posted: May 4, 2025Xi'an
probably safe to walk at night alone, but be careful about your things in tourist areas, especially if you have bike/bicycle/motorcycle. Always be sure it's locked/have a locker on it, sometimes people steal these things
Posted: May 3, 2025Xiamen City
A very safe city.but also not worth to take a visit. I’d say it’s a proper place if someone wants to experience peace but boring life.Here we have strict security rules,no matter you’re in metros or BRT ,security checks are always needed.
Posted: April 4, 2025Is China worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 43 experiences from female travelers
Anastasiia
Russia
Qingdao, Solo travel
Qingdao Travel Recap 🇨🇳 Safety: Felt very safe—clean, relaxed vibe, even at night. Must-Do: • Zhanqiao Pier for iconic views • Badaguan for colonial architecture • Laoshan Mountain for hiking • Tsingtao Beer Museum for fun and beer tasting • May Fourth Square for city photos Skip: • Crowded beaches in peak summer • Overpriced seafood at tourist traps Food Recs: • Jiaozhou Bay Seafood Street – fresh local dishes • YiQingLou Dumplings – great local dumplings • Try Tsingtao beer fresh from the source! Budget: ~$50–$80/day including food, attractions & transit. Stay: Le Meridien Qingdao – modern, central. Also try guesthouses in Badaguan for charm. Getting Around: Easy—buses, metro, and Didi (China’s Uber) all work well. Metro signs are in English.
Posted: June 11, 2025
Ivanira
Portugal
China, Family travel
Growing up and studying in China was one of the most eye-opening and unforgettable adventures of my life. From navigating bustling markets and constantly sipping hot drinks, to eating 麻辣香锅 and everything else until I had enough (just kidding 😅 — I could never get enough of Chinese food), it was a sensory feast from day one. I slowly but surely began to master Mandarin (still a work in progress!) and used it to connect with the curious and friendly locals. Whether wandering ancient temples or weaving through lively city streets, state-of-the-art malls, I was forever enamored. Immersing myself in such a rich, vibrant culture taught me adaptability, curiosity, and the art of making anywhere feel like home. 我爱🇨🇳
Posted: May 31, 2025Safety in China
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