Is Montpellier Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Safe
3.5 /5

Women living in Montpellier consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2 /5

Women living in Montpellier consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.

Violence rating

5.5%

On average 5.5% percentage of women in France 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 33 experiences

Safety rating:

3.5/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.8/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.7/5Safe

Crime rate:

2/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Montpellier?

Montpellier is a fairly quiet city with a large student population, so it is actually dangerous to be out alone late at night in uncrowded areas and certain neighbourhoods. Trams are very convenient, but sometimes they can be crowded, just like any other underground system in France.

Posted: September 26, 2025
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Salomé

Salomé

Montpellier is same as all big cities, as a woman is not feeling safe to walk alone in night. I thing not safe zones are at the north, petit bard and cité gely. But I think you can ask to people help and they’ll be there for you.

Posted: September 18, 2025
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Viviana

Viviana

Montpellier is a small, peaceful city, full of activity in its streets, where you can truly feel a sense of calm. Like in any tourist spot, you should take precautions to avoid becoming a victim of pickpockets, and make sure to lock up bicycles or scooters so you don’t lose them. Other than that, it’s very safe — even at night, you can walk calmly through its maze-like little streets.

Posted: August 10, 2025
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Personally, I feel safe in my city!! I don’t take any risks (I don’t really go out in the middle of the night) but when I do (getting out of the club,..), I don’t feel particularly scared ! Of course there is always a danger as a woman, but I think it’s moderate :)

Posted: August 1, 2025
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Zainab

Zainab

I feel like Montpellier is mainly for students so even if you’re going out at night you will meet mostly young people and fun tho so the public transport and the ubers are chill . Stay safe ladies…)))

Posted: July 10, 2025
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Is Montpellier worth visiting?

Aleksandra

Aleksandra

Spain

Solo travel

I stayed with local woman who hosted me in her beautiful apartment for one night. It was amazing experience. First we had a coffee and little chat in one of the cute coffee places and then we went to her place to have a dinner and a bit of wine. After that she gave me her keys so I could come back whenever I wanted. I connected with one more french girl, so I went for a drink with her. I came back slightly after 22 and next day I left early to be able to discover the city. I went to Musée Fabre and enjoyed walking around the old part of the city. I found it fascinating. This city definitely has a charm. I stayed there just 2 days but I felt in love with the place, thanks to my host as well. She gave me many tips and I was happy to listen to her stories.

Posted: June 4, 2025Experienced: February, 2023
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Safety in France

Frequently asked questions

Is Montpellier safe?

Women living in Montpellier consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Is Montpellier safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Montpellier consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Montpellier?

Women living in Montpellier consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Montpellier?

Women living in Montpellier consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Montpellier?

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

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

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Montpellier?

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Montpellier?

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Montpellier consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5