Is Dresden Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Dresden

Safety rating

Safe
3.8 /5

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

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

Women living in Dresden consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 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 36 experiences

Safety rating:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.2/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.9/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Dresden?

There are nice areas and Bad ones. Wouldn‘t Walk alone around Gorbits and Prohlis. New City Part is chill with Friends and also Not Bad alone. Old City i feel always Save. Most areas around Dresden i feel pretty Save. For example Radebeul,Cossebaude, Blasewitz

Posted: June 18, 2025
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In my opinion, it depends on where you're at. I personally feel much more safe in the Neustadt than around the main station area /Prager Straße. I've been outside at night in the Neustadt and wasn't as worried about getting assaulted or something like that as I would be if I was around the main station area.

Posted: June 4, 2025
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Natalia

Natalia

Living here, I almost never had bad experiences - even at night in the darkest places. I remember one time that a really drunk guy tried to touch me on the street. Usually I feel really safe going out, being in the party quarter, bringing cash, leaving my bag on the bike. If you want suggestions on what to look out for, write me.

Posted: June 1, 2025
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Living in Dresden has been a mostly positive and safe experience for me. I’ve traveled across the city at all hours early mornings, late nights, and even midnight and have always felt secure using public transport or walking around. The city is well-connected and peaceful, and I’ve enjoyed exploring it without much concern for safety. However, like anywhere, not everything is perfect. There are occasional encounters with individuals who hold extremist views, which can be uncomfortable. But overall, I’ve had a great time living here and felt safe in my day-to-day life.

Posted: May 20, 2025
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Anastasia

Anastasia

Living in Dresden feels very safe. I can walk around the city, even in the evening, without worrying. Of course, sometimes I might overthink things because of some news or random incidents, but overall, everything is calm and comfortable here. I really feel secure most of the time.

Posted: May 12, 2025
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During the day there are many pickpockets. Keep valuables in a way that they cannot be easily stolen. At night do not go out alone if you do not know your way around as you will often be harassed. Take a bag and lamps with you as street lamps often do not work

Posted: March 18, 2025
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Is Dresden worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.9 /5

based on 8 experiences from female travelers

Veta

Veta

Ukraine

Solo travel

ok, dresden is quite an expensive city but in a week I was able to spend about 100€ (maybe it's cheap for you), there are a lot of youth events where different freaks gather (I advise you to go to the park in Neustadt!!) also if you are interested be sure to go to the open space, these guys sometimes organize cool meetings and be sure to TRY THEIR SHAWARMA. the downsides are the rather expensive city transport and the constant problems with trains (definitely buy tickets on Flixtrain!! they are much cheaper there) and I strongly advise against walking alone at night, there are a lot of drunk men there who can harass you.

Posted: May 7, 2025
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Lea

Lea

Germany

Group travel

I traveled with a bunch of female friends. In our group I always felt safe, because I had people around me. If I were travelling alone I would have probably not gone out late, because Dresen still is a big city. We stayed at the AO Hostel. It’s very recommended. Cheap, nice rooms, good breakfast even and close to the city Center. But I’m sure staying at a hostel in Neustadt is even more of an experience. When visiting Dresden you definitely have to check out Neustadt for bar hopping. Spending the afternoon/ evening at the Elbufer, ordering food and having a chat when the weather is warm must be one of the best things to do. I can highly recommend “Falscher Hase” when you want to eat in a nice and cozy atmosphere and enjoy an amazing vegan cuisine! Getting around in DD is no problem. You have many train stations and bus stops. Simply count in longer waiting periods for the night.

Posted: June 27, 2024
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Safety in Germany

Frequently asked questions

Is Dresden safe?

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

Is Dresden safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Dresden consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Dresden?

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

What is the crime rate in Dresden?

Women living in Dresden consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Dresden?

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Dresden?

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Dresden?

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

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

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

Women living in Dresden consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5