Is Kiel Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Kiel

Safety rating

Safe
3.8 /5

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

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Kiel consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 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 13 experiences

Safety rating:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.1/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Kiel?

Allie

Allie

It really depends on the area you’re in. Areas you shouldn’t travel to alone as a woman especially in the dark are: Mettenhof and Gaarden. Other than that I’d say it’s the same to most German cities.

Posted: May 14, 2025
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JB

JB

I would say Kiel is a safe City over all. The police and other people are friendly and happy to help you, from what I experienced! At night I would avoid to hang out near the train station since there are some homeless people and drug addicts living there. The public transport is pretty safe but I would still stay aware of you surroundings.

Posted: April 10, 2025
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Like in most cities the safety in Kiel depends on the location. I don't like being near the trainstashion at night, but to me it feels still much saver than some big cities in germany. I overall feel safe in Kiel

Posted: March 30, 2025
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Svane

Svane

Kiel is a very safe town, there are only a few quarters where the crime rate is higher (I don't live in one of them). Generally bikes get stolen a lot but walking around you feel very safe day and night.

Posted: March 23, 2025
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Anna

Anna

I usually feel very safe in Kiel even during night time. Around the city center (main train station) are of course always some weird people but even cat calling happens to me very rarely. I use bus and train almost everyday and my experience has been very positive to far!

Posted: March 15, 2025
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I would say it’s very safe for a city this size. Of course there is crime but if you are in the normal areas you’re safe. The east of the fjord is a bit sketchier, but nothing to crazy. Since the bubble of left winged people is biggest there is little to worry about.

Posted: March 11, 2025
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Friederike

Friederike

Kiel is a big city with a lot of students, travelers and navy soldiers so I would say you don‘t have to worry as much for your safety. I think harbour cities are always safer than inland cities, but that can just be my feeling. As in every city there are places to avoid but in Overall I would Call Kiel a Safe City

Posted: March 9, 2025
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it’s really chill and we have a lot of nice people! a visit here is definitely safe and you should do it we have a lot of beautiful places!!! i experienced just a few catcalls but nothing more. but u should always be careful

Posted: February 19, 2025
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This City is overall very safe. There are many young students and it is busy considering the city is relatively small. But like in any other city I would be carefull and probably avoid to be alone in the dark. Have a pleasant stay here:)

Posted: January 9, 2025
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I wouldn't describe Kiel as a dangerous city. For it's size it's level of danger is moderate. There are incidents happening just like in every other city. The people are very friendly and always helpful. That's why I'm always feeling safe no matter if day or night. Also we have a strong police presence.

Posted: January 1, 2025
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Frequently asked questions

Is Kiel safe?

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

Is Kiel safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Kiel consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Kiel?

Women living in Kiel consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Kiel?

Women living in Kiel consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Kiel?

Women living in Kiel consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

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

Women living in Kiel 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 Kiel?

Women living in Kiel consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Kiel?

Women living in Kiel consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Kiel consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

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

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