Is Iran Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Iran
Safety rating
Women living in Iran consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Iran consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 9.8% percentage of women in Iran 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 30 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.5/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.7/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.9/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.5/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.6/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Iran?
Yazd
My city very safe I’m not worried So I live freely I’m not afraid But actually I take care of myself but not too much with sensitive Iran specially yazd so safe I don’t think about stolen something
Posted: June 1, 2025
ZAHRA
Chalus
Chalous is a city that beautifully combines both lush forests and the sea — a perfect blend of greenery and coastline. It’s generally safe from 7 AM to around 10 or 11 PM, but it’s recommended to stay cautious when using public transportation.
Posted: May 12, 2025Isfahan
It's fine but there is some problems with ur hijab and we have lots of religious people so the may act like strict parents in street about what you wear But not all of them And others are really hospitable and kind
Posted: May 11, 2025Tehran
I mean, honestly it is not the best but surely,,, better than new york, Los Angeles, New Orleans, etc. I guess. Some towns and neighborhoods are not safe to walk in at night but some others are cool.
Posted: May 10, 2025
Pardis
Iran
Iran is a safe and friendly region but due to the religious and Islamic government I advise tourists and travelers that women wear their hijab and men avoid wearing short shorts. Our ordinary people are against the government and religious society but there are people who support the government and may cause you trouble.
Posted: May 2, 2025Shiraz
shiraz is overally safe in the better/ upper level places but can be a bit dangerous in the historical areas in the night but overall people are very nice and hospitable and you'd be fine with some guidance and tips
Posted: April 23, 2025Is Iran worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 15 experiences from female travelers
Sorkhrud, Solo travel
I think if you like sea You would love it But other than that It has nothing else to offer But it was really safe and without any worries you can travel there solo or with your friends and families
Posted: May 1, 2025
Sara
Lebanon
Mashhad, Couple travel
Yes I felt safe because we were three, the food is good there was a lot of good restaurants near and for good time there was a variety of places to go our time was a bit short we look for going back, it's not expensive
Posted: March 24, 2025Experienced: July, 2024Safety in Iran
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