Is Berlin Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Berlin

Safety rating

Safe
3.8 /5

Women living in Berlin consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.4 /5

Women living in Berlin consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.

Violence rating

2.5%

On average 2.5% percentage of women in Germany 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 145 experiences

Safety rating:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.5/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

3.9/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.4/5Low

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:

1.6/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.9/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Berlin?

It depends where you are in berlin, I for example live in kladow, here it's very safe in my opinion. There are every now and then some thief's going around and smaller vandalism, like spray painting and destoid glas at busstations, but apart from that I never noticed something off

Posted: January 6, 2025
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Nalla

Nalla

Like every other city there are places like some stations and some quarters or parcs i wouldnt recommend (when its dark) but in general very safe. I am living here since 5 years and nothing ever happened to me.

Posted: January 6, 2025
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Ana

Ana

Berlin is pretty safe if you are in the right neighborhoods. Prenzlauer Berg or Charlottenburg for example are pretty safe. But if you’re in Wedding or Neukölln at night, unfortunately you have to watch out, especially in the U-Bahn.

Posted: January 5, 2025
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For sure it's a city that I consider safer than many other European cities like Barcelona for example. I feel that also if Berlin is very dark in the night, people are less likely coming to speak with you.

Posted: January 5, 2025
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Berlin is generally open minded and fun, but a lot of places are just very sketchy, especially after dark. A lot of homelessness and criminality isn’t making me feel very safe, but I would say it‘s primarily after dark and mostly safe, especially if you are in a touristy-spot

Posted: January 5, 2025
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There are areas that are quite more unsafe than others. Since I live here for a long time I feel very safe here. I think in generell to be a woman in a big city but compared to other city’s it is safe here.

Posted: January 4, 2025
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Berlin U-Bahn and public parks are the most dangerous places in the town after dark, especially at the weekend, also check for your phone in the crowd and your bags while you sitting somewhere, it's not that bad like in Barcelona, but take care 💅

Posted: January 3, 2025
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usually people in berlin are very open-minded, but walking in the night or in public transports, you probally will face drunk people, which do seem scary sometimes. mostly they aren’t to worry bout, as long as you just stay quiet and ignore them, but there is criminality as well

Posted: January 2, 2025
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I feel quite safe as a white cis woman. It depends when and where. I would not go through a park alone at night or leave my drink in a club. There is some catcalling. But in general people are cool and don’t go into contact easily; they mind their own business. Friends of colour told me that they avoid the outskirts and surroundings as we have naziproblems. In most parts queerness is lived openly. Berlin is quite open and tolerant. Moving through town at night feels safe.

Posted: January 2, 2025
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Karo

Karo

Berlin is a pretty safe place. There Are always lots of people on the streets, even at night. However I would not walk alone in a park at Night. Stay away from görlitzer park at night. If you go to a club, you should watch your drink. But there are always awareness Teams around.

Posted: January 1, 2025
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Is Berlin worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 56 experiences from female travelers

Alexandra

Alexandra

Germany

Solo travel

I felt safe because a lot of people are open-minded, and in such a big city, you don't feel alone. The great thing is that there are all kinds of people. I really love going to Berlin Mitte in the spring and summer. It's such a great place for shopping for good clothes, eating yummy food, and the vibe is refreshing and nice.

Posted: December 9, 2024Experienced: April, 2024
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Karolina

Karolina

Poland

Solo travel

I love Berlin! I felt safe and sound. Night life was amazing, the hostel and hosts were great. Tresor techno club was very tourist friendly. 22 euro for 8 h of dance. Food was great! I will definitely visit again 😊

Posted: November 24, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Kerstin

Kerstin

About Me

I am a happy little girl in an old body ;-)... no , joking. I love travelling, but also being in my cosy apartment. I love singing and dancing, but also reading books and hiking. I am a logical thinking technical engineer, but also a dreamer. So, what should i say... just try to connect ;-)) if I have got time maybe we see us and I can host you.

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Maryam

Maryam

About Me

I love traveling and getting to know other people and cultures. 😍 I live in Berlin, I have a small apartment, but I think I can cost another person if you are easygoing :)

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Safety in Germany

Frequently asked questions

Is Berlin safe?

Women living in Berlin consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is Berlin safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Berlin consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Berlin?

Women living in Berlin consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Berlin?

Women living in Berlin 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 Berlin?

Women living in Berlin 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 Berlin?

Women living in Berlin 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 Berlin?

Women living in Berlin 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 Berlin?

Women living in Berlin consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

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

Women living in Berlin 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 Berlin?

Women living in Berlin consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5