Is Mumbai Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Mumbai

Safety rating

Safe
4.1 /5

Women living in Mumbai consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Mumbai consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 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 21 experiences

Safety rating:

4.1/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

3.9/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.7/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not 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:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Is Mumbai safe for women?

Majority of the areas are Quite safe however would advise foreign women to be cautious of some areas which are not advisable to go late at night. Otherwise the city is quite safe for women, locals are very helpful, police is always patrolling at nights.

Posted: December 25, 2024
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Pragya

Pragya

Mumbai is safe for almost everyone. Beware of pickpockets in local train but other than that, it's in my opinion the safest city in India. Just be part of the crowd and enjoy the madness and local food

Posted: December 25, 2024
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Mumbai never sleeps and I can take public transport at 1 in the night and reach safely wherever I want to. It is very well connected and solo traveller friendly. I have been living in Mumbai for past 24 years and I have never felt unsafe while travelling.

Posted: December 24, 2024
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Madalasa

Madalasa

Mumbai is known to be one of the safest cities in India. And being a local, I can't agree more. Even my girl friends who have moved here, have often reported the same. Being an actor, I often have to commute at odd hours even at shady places. But Mumbai has never scared me even then!

Posted: December 24, 2024
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If you know and act like you are a local, you are safe. If you act like a tourist people might see you as vulnerable. But worry not, you will feel comfortable once you spend few days around the city! (saying from my personal experience)

Posted: December 23, 2024
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Mumbai is one of the safest cities, however it is advisable to stay alert when travelling g alone as it is very fast paced. The city is really crowded, but the people are helpful. It has wonderful places to visit and experience.

Posted: December 23, 2024
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Sanchi

Sanchi

I've been living here my whole life. I've travelled to many places and I feel the safest in Mumbai. Of course, bad things can happen practically anywhere, so with smart decisions and being aware of your surroundings, you will have nothing to worry about here. People are kind and hospitable to each other.

Posted: December 22, 2024
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Simran

Simran

Mumbai is safe overall, I think it also depends on area to area. Try avoiding isolated areas during the night but overall I would call it pretty safe. I’ve been living in Mumbai since childhood. It’s safe wherever I’ve travelled within the city and never experienced anything unsafe before

Posted: December 9, 2024
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Mumbai is very safe for travelling at night. It’s the most safest city in India. People are chill and very helpful. The city very welcoming and the nightlife rocks. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone.

Posted: October 17, 2024
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palak

palak

Pretty good at all hours. But I have recently experienced some catcalling and harassment at stations or in my college. Harassment like flashing is prevalent in Vile Parle, Nerul near the college areas. But many people are helpful and will help you if you create a scene or ask for help. Even men.

Posted: September 11, 2024
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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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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 4.1 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 3.9 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 3.9 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 1.9 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 2 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 1.7 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 very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 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 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 1.2 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 1.1 out of 5