Is Denmark Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Denmark
Safety rating
Women living in Denmark consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.7 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Denmark consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.5 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 0% percentage of women in Denmark 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 185 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.7/5 | Very Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.4/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.8/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.5/5 | 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: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Denmark?
Marie
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a very safe capital city. People are friendly and welcoming, always willing to help. Most people are able to express themselves in English, so not knowing the local language will not be a problem for anyone considering to visit.
Posted: May 13, 2025
Olivia
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a safe and beautiful city with high security. You should of course always think smart if you are on your own. There will always be idiots. But I have never had any bad experiences in my lovely hometown <‘3
Posted: May 3, 2025
Frida
Copenhagen
I ask strangers to watch over my things if I have to use the bathroom, I can walk alone / use public transportation at night without the slightest fear that something may happen, you can dress however you like and still not have to worry.
Posted: April 19, 2025
Kezia
Hedehusene
There’s a region of the town that has slightly more attacks than others, but it happens maybe twice a year(which is a lot for Denmark imo). Be wary that Denmark has rapists though, but listening to true crime, I feel like it’s nothing compared to other countries 😅 I’m willing to come pick you up (by foot) or be on the phone if you’re feeling uneasy (you can never be too careful)
Posted: April 15, 2025
Elaine
Denmark
Denmark’s honestly one of the safest places I’ve ever been. You can walk around at night and feel completely chill and people are really friendly it’s also easy to access transport and get around. And there are nice snacks to try and cool places to visit
Posted: April 13, 2025
Ina
Sonderborg
Sønderborg is very save in the means of walking around, although bikes sometimes get stolen. There has been an incident where a girl was stabbed, but in the 7 months I've lived here, it's the only thing I've heard about. Apparently there is also a drug scene, but as someone who is not involved in that kind of stuff, I have never actually noticed any of that kind. I walk around alone after dark very regularly, and others would also agree that they feel very safe. Of course you should maybe watch out when you walk by bars (drunk people are stupid), but I feel like that's a given wherever you arem
Posted: April 12, 2025Denmark
Denmark was a great place for me! I’m always worried, especially as a woman no matter where I go. I really enjoyed Denmark and the people, I would definitely recommend as a solo traveler especially because if you speak English you can communicate with everyone
Posted: April 12, 2025
Emilie
Hillerod
Hillerød is a very down to earth sort of place. People mind their own business. Even when you meet drunk people at late night doing weekends, it extremely rare that those people aren’t friendly or have bad intentions. I have lived here for most of my life and I have not had any problems. Just take precautions as always, and you’re totally good. 😉 Wow, that sounded like it actually is kinda dangerous, and it’s really not! Like I’m only talking about my own drunken experiences, and you always come home in one piece, even if you walk home yourself. (I have done this many times, but don’t do this at home kids!) 💀 Oh well, overall, there’s nothing to be scared for frighten of, it’s a great safe city✊🏻
Posted: April 6, 2025
Maria
Aarhus
Danes are very no problematic. Their culture is based on trust and you can feel it in the society. My only worry is the immigrants as sometimes they demonstrate behaviors not so typical for danish culture. But it happens only in the outskirts where there are big neighborhoods mostly inhabited by imigrants
Posted: March 25, 2025Copenhagen
It is generally safe, but be aware of your surroundings and belongings. Someone might steal your phone or wallet, but I have personally never experienced it happening in a violent way. I have been followed by men or grabbed, but shouting loudly usually do the job.
Posted: March 24, 2025Is Denmark worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 70 experiences from female travelers
Copenhagen, Solo travel
Copenhagen is very very safe even after dark. I never felt unsafe nor threatened in this city. The public transportation here is TOP TIER! The metros interval is less than 3 min. It is a very pretty city but I wouldn't recommend going there in the fall. The weather was too hard harsh for me to enjoy my whole trip.
Posted: May 1, 2025Experienced: October, 2023
Kathrine
Norway
Copenhagen, Solo travel
I was in Copenhagen for almost a week by myself - i felt safe but was not out late. The transportation by bus is okey, but regret not renting a bike. Go to the museums - the K1 was amazing! Did a lot of trifting and it was a little overpized and curated for my taste.
Posted: April 20, 2025Meet locals in Denmark
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