Is Paris Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Paris

Safety rating

Moderate
3.3 /5

Women living in Paris consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.4 /5

Women living in Paris consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 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 89 experiences

Safety rating:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.4/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.4/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.1/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.1/5A Bit Worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.3/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Is Paris safe for women?

Safe but it's better to avoid some district at night. If staying in the main city center like Le Louvre or Chatelet, I find it safe, but definitely avoid places around Paris, especially North and East : these places are not safe as a woman during the night. Also, just be careful of pickpocket in the metro and tourist places (especially iPhone users).

Posted: November 21, 2024
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It depends on the area. I advise you to avoid the north (Saint Denis). If you are in touristic areas the worst that can happen is being robbed by pickpockets. I've never been assaulted or robbed but since I know the place I don't know if it's very representative. Just know that in France justice is very low and not efficient so if something happens to you I might never have justice back. I used to go home very late alone after party and nothing ever happened to me. Buses are the safest way to move. They are some weird people but most of them are harmless.

Posted: October 23, 2024
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I don't recommend using the metro because there are usually gangs there that rob travelers. I also do not recommend keeping your phone or money in a visible place. Beware of dark alleys and places where there are few people.

Posted: October 18, 2024
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Alexia

Alexia

I've been living alone in Paris since I was 17, and I almost never had a bad experience. A few years ago, men would sometimes talk to me on the street, but since #metoo, that doesn't happen at all anymore. I've always lived in the southern districts (15th, 14th), which are very family-oriented and very safe, and I've never had any issues coming home alone at night. I'm less familiar with the northern areas, but my friends tell me that the situation has improved a lot in recent years. I've never experienced sexual assault.

Posted: October 15, 2024
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Paris is generally safe, but it's important to be cautious, especially in the 10th, 18th, and 19th arrondissements, which can be dangerous, particularly at night. Never fall asleep in an Uber or on public transportation when alone, and be mindful of your drinks during parties or nights out. Be careful on the streets as well, as there are many cases of women being followed. Overall, Paris is calm, but it's important to watch out for pickpockets, especially in the metro.

Posted: October 15, 2024
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Paris is a very safe town big like any big city you must be careful. Watch your stuff and don't stay out too late or drunk. But overall, à very safe cité and cool town to visit. It's all about Being mindful of your surroundings

Posted: October 14, 2024
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Tatjana

Tatjana

Paris is known not to be safe. Be careful at night. There are various neighbourhoods that should be avoided. You have to be careful with random people approaching you on the street. Pickpocketing is very common. Sexual violence is very common ,on the streets and in the transport.

Posted: October 8, 2024
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Marianne

Marianne

Definitely safe to walk at night when you are in groups of 2 or more. Didn’t have issues when walking alone but would avoid some arrondissements. Stick to touristic areas but watch your belongings applies for the metro too.

Posted: October 5, 2024
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Paris remains a safe city. Everything is not perfect and women still to behave carefully specially in certain areas but globally there is not a dangerous city I Would just recommend staying away from certain area mainly La Chapelle, Barbès, and some streets in Belleville by night Be careful also because there are a lot of pickpocket

Posted: September 21, 2024
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Mathilde

Mathilde

Paris is generally safe, just be careful with your belongings and when using public transportation. At night it depends on where you go. I commute by bike and feel generally safe, but it’s my opinion :)

Posted: September 9, 2024
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Is Paris worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 111 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

I traveled to Paris for the first time as a solo traveler, and I could not have been happier with my experience! The locals were friendly & helpful, the food was spectacular, and the history & art in the city is unlike anywhere else in the world. My experience was further improved by being fairly proficient in French. This was a great way to connect with locals, ask for help when needed, and overall feel more immersed in the culture. See the Eiffel Tower, go to the Louvre, and order yourself a Croissant or Pain Au Chocolat. And don't forget to take the metro to anywhere you want to go in Paris! It's super affordable and easy to navigate with Google Maps.

Posted: November 19, 2024Experienced: November, 2024
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Group travel

First of all, If you will go to see attractions take metro card. Each ticket costs 2.16€ . So If you make more than 10 rides, it worth to get 10 ticket package. We stayed only 2-3 days. We thought that we can do “walk travel”. But it is impossibly hard. Starting from Louvre museum, legs hurts. SO WEAR MUCH COMFORTABLE SHOES. We booked budget hotel far from center. Actually we didn’t know that it was so far. But If you use metro it’s ok. Near the Luxembourg park we found gelato cafe. Their ice-cream was so so good. If I’m not mistaken cafe called “amorino”. Have a nice trip ladies

Posted: November 11, 2024
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Safety in France

Frequently asked questions

Is Paris safe?

Women living in Paris consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 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 moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Paris?

Women living in Paris consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 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 2.7 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 2.1 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 2.1 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 2 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 relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 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