Is Paris Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Paris

Safety rating

Moderate
3.5 /5

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

Crime rating

Moderate
2.5 /5

Women living in Paris consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 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 204 experiences

Safety rating:

3.5/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.5/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.5/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.8/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.4/5Not at all worried

How safe is Paris?

Marie

Marie

Paris is big, so it really depends on where you are. The most touristy places are somewhat safer from harassment and assault, but there are more people pickpocketing and stuff. If you're not comfortable walking around alone at night, avoid some areas in the 18th and 19th arrondissement (the closer you get to the outside of Paris). Otherwise, it really depends so it's hard to generalise.

Posted: March 8, 2025
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Not the safest place ever, but i've lived here for quite some time and i've never had any major issue ! I have experienced weird looks from time to time, but never really a difficult experience. However, take care about the neighborhoods you visit, some are less safe than others

Posted: March 5, 2025
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Clémentine

Clémentine

Paris like other French cities are quite safe. There are always hot spots of course but you will be able to identify them quickly - avoid Pigalle / Gare du Nord ! Basically if you are alone you can take common transport with no issue - passed a certain hour there is no more metro - please take a taxi instead of night bus that are reaaaaly creapy with the most dangerous people you will cross in town. Enjoy Paris !! Im here since 4 years and I never have any issue, never have someone trying to speak with me (unless homeless people asking money)

Posted: March 5, 2025
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There’s police almost everywhere but paris can get pretty scary at night based on which arrondissement you’re at, overall experience there’s a lot of pickpockets in the metros so take care ladies while travelling but after all it’s a pretty city !

Posted: March 4, 2025
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Paris is fairly safe depending on which arrondissement you are in. However it is a very touristic capital so always be aware of your personnal belongings and be vigilant in public transport. At night, if you don't feel confortable, I would avoid going in the 18th and 19th arrondissement.

Posted: March 3, 2025
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Paris is generally safe, but like any big city, you need to stay aware. Pickpocketing is common in tourist areas and the metro, so keep an eye on your stuff. At night, most places are fine, but some areas feel less safe. Just stay cautious, and you’ll be fine!

Posted: February 28, 2025
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Dalia

Dalia

You need to be careful with the people, with you stuff, mostely in the Subway. There is lot of weird people. But in the city, it's okay, but if someone push you or something, just check your pocket quickly.

Posted: February 28, 2025
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Cécile

Cécile

Paris is relatively safe,but you should be careful at night if you are a woman alone. There is night buses all night, but you can also take an Uber to go home, generally it is safer. During the day it is fine,but there is still some verbal harassments in the streets.

Posted: February 27, 2025
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sophie

sophie

I’d say it’s always better to move as a group, especially when it’s dark. Otherwise, during the day it’s safe (choose the right areas), you just have to be a bit more careful in public transportation since there are lots of pickpockets.

Posted: February 24, 2025
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I think it's like everywhere especially big cities, unfortunately no one knows, we have to be careful around us. Personally I have never been assaulted or anything else, yet. And for now no one of my friends does either.

Posted: February 23, 2025
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Is Paris worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 123 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

In paris i felt nearly as safe as in my home town. Everything was good, and not very expensive. A good city to just take a walk without destination and admire the city itself. It has it's own identity wich is soooo good.

Posted: March 6, 2025
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Barbora

Barbora

Czech Republic

Couple travel

I spent New Year’s in Paris with my partner, and at first, it was beautiful. Museums, romantic streets, and that classic Parisian charm. But then, reality hit someone stole my phone. Just like that, all my photos were gone, and of course, they didn’t sync. So instead of a dreamy trip, I got a firsthand lesson in how much stealing happens there. Let’s just say Paris was not the city of love for me that day.

Posted: February 19, 2025
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Meet locals in Paris

Inès

Inès

About Me

hi, i'm a student in litterature and arts. i love talking about books and philosophy. i am curently trying to learn arabic and german. i speak english, french and spanish :) i love hicking, dancing, singing, drawing and of course travelling

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Rabia

Rabia

About Me

Hi I am rabia jabri morrocan,I have lived in France for many years l'am 64 old .I have one son I don't work now I just travel around thr world

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Safety in France

Frequently asked questions

Is Paris safe?

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

Is Paris safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Paris consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.8 out of 5.

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

Women living in Paris consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Paris consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Paris consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5