Is Mumbai Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Mumbai

Safety rating

Safe
4.3 /5

Women living in Mumbai consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.1 /5

Women living in Mumbai consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

Violence rating

41%

On average 41% percentage of women in India 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 50 experiences

Safety rating:

4.3/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4.1/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.3/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.1/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Mumbai?

Ruchi

Ruchi

Mumbai is a fairly safe City especially compared to the rest of the country. It's easy to use public transportation as well as go out in the night wearing your choices of clothes. As it's known as a city that never sleeps, you will always find streets to be crowded

Posted: April 23, 2025
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I feel safe a lot living in Mumbai. I've been living almost my whole life now in Mumbai and i also use the public transport quite a lot and I've found it to be pretty safe. I love like how i don't have to worry all the time that this will happen or that will happen. I love mumbai a lot.

Posted: April 22, 2025
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Mumbai is a safe place still scared to travel alone night time however heard lot of reviews that it is safe. Lot of places to explore and visit near mumbai and lot of things to do for refreshments. Still exploring mumbai

Posted: April 20, 2025
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The main spots and busy areas of the city are fairly safe and one can commute at any point in time at night as transport is available. There are enough security cameras and well connected neighbourhoods to minimise any thefts

Posted: February 19, 2025
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The safest place to visit. Make sure you do your research about the best times to visit, as there is a lot of rush before and after working hours. The people here are very friendly and helpful, and they are ready to assist you with everything.

Posted: February 8, 2025
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Shivanii

Shivanii

Mumbai is an extremely safe city, even for solo female travellers. The people are very helpful as well. Using public transport is also safe at any time of the day or night. There’s a special women’s safety division of the mumbai police department that does the rounds in quiet areas post midnight to ensure safety. However in any case you feel unsafe, call - 100 immediately

Posted: January 26, 2025
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It's quite safe, especially for women. You can always take the public transports like local trains, buses, metros without worrying. Even the autos and cabs are worry free using Ola/Uber. The people are quite helpful even when you find yourself in a tricky situation

Posted: January 25, 2025
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Being a traveller and explorer, I find Mumbai as most aesthetic city in India and also the most safest even during the nights, especially for girls. You can always find crowds here and there and some activities happening all around the city round the clock, which comes with utmost security. One should never miss this city's night life, irrespective of gender.

Posted: January 22, 2025
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Mumbai is a cosmopolitan city like New York. There's ample public transport and policing in every part, even late at night. Incidents of a harmful nature seldom happen in the majority of crowded areas. There are a few 24-hour cafes and hotels.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Mumbai is the safest city in India. You will always see the city lit up and people ready to help. Local transport are accessible and cheap. But it’s a fast paced city and not much of nature left to see.

Posted: January 17, 2025
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Is Mumbai worth visiting?

Solo travel

Mumbai is the city that never sleeps of Asia. My heart got stuck over there. As a woman, you obviously get a lot of attention, a lot of looks. I found the best way to handle it was to not look back, keep walking straight as if you know the way. I never had any problems worse than that.

Posted: March 21, 2024
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Meet locals in Mumbai

Ruchi

Ruchi

About Me

Hello! I'm a 33-year-old former psychologist turned travel guide based in India. Originally from vibrant Mumbai, my work takes me across the country for about seven months a year, giving me endless opportunities to explore diverse cultures and meet fascinating people. For the rest of the months, I stay in Mumbai or do my own international travels. In my downtime, you'll often find me with a book in hand, hiking through scenic trails, lifting weights, or enjoying a refreshing run. I'm also a fan of history podcasts, watching rom coms, reading about finance and celebrity gossips. Lol Looking forward to sharing stories and experiences with like-minded women! You can also reach out to me on instagram - ruchigandhi22

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Asma

Asma

About Me

Hello! I am a 1st year law student taking as many breaks possible from study and life to experience backpacking. I wish to see the world and experience everything as a person who has been living there for years. My stories and culture is very rich as I come from India, the incredible India.

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Safety in India

Frequently asked questions

Is Mumbai safe?

Women living in Mumbai consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Is Mumbai safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Mumbai consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Mumbai 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 Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai 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 Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai 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 Mumbai?

Women living in Mumbai consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

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

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