Is Milan Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Milan

Safety rating

Moderate
3 /5

Women living in Milan consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.9 /5

Women living in Milan consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.9 out of 5.

Violence rating

6.1%

On average 6.1% percentage of women in Italy 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 70 experiences

Safety rating:

3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.3/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

3.2/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.9/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.9/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

3.1/5Moderate

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.5/5Not at all worried

How safe is Milan?

Luce

Luce

Milan is a beautiful city but I don't think it's very safe especially for girls in the evening/night. It depends a lot on the areas of Milan you're in, some areas like the city centre are pretty safe but others are not safe at all. I feel safe during the day mostly everywhere in the citycentre but at night I don't feel safe walking or taking public transports alone.

Posted: April 21, 2025
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Margherita

Margherita

Milan is safe during the day but be aware of pickpockets. At night is way less safe, I don’t feel safe walking alone at night mainly outside of the center but also in the main areas I usually don’t take public transport because I have a car but my friends don’t recommend taking them alone at night

Posted: April 14, 2025
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Sara

Sara

the public transport have a lot of pick pockets, if you’re alone i suggest calling an uber at night. also i suggest to not show anything expensive for example a watch or a gold chain in my opinion the most dangerous places are milano centrale/rogoredo/garibaldi and if you go to duomo don’t go to hidden places and even if you’re drunk don’t talk to much to strangers

Posted: April 14, 2025
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Giulia

Giulia

Overall safe, but keep an eye on certain buses (91,91) and certain stations because bad people are usually around especially at night. During the day it is pretty safe, you just need to be conscious that a big city is dangerous by nature.

Posted: April 12, 2025
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You will find a lot of baby gangs around, almost everywhere. Personally I have only encountered them in some rare occasions but in general always be alert and bring something like pepper spray with you.

Posted: April 12, 2025
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Marta

Marta

During the day I would say it is quite safe, you have to be careful about pickpockets but other than that I would say you are safe. You might experience some catcalling but other than that I would say you are going to be ok. At night it’s completely different; unless I’m in my neighborhood (which is a very peaceful and private neighborhood) I don’t ever walk alone at night. Buses are even worse than walking. Try to always stay in groups, better if there are boys too. I have never been assaulted of harassed but I’m always anxious that I will and therefore I’m very careful. If you go out clubbing with your girlfriends do not walk home or take the bus, I know it costs more but I really advise you to get a uber/taxi.

Posted: April 3, 2025
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Mati

Mati

I think there are some zones in Milan that are not safe, especially at night, like near the train stations. But the areas that are most frequented at night, I think, are safer, like Darsena or Moscova. The same goes for public transport, that are usually very much frequented

Posted: March 14, 2025
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Komila

Komila

It really depends on the city part. However, it’s always better to be accurate and attentive, especially in the evening - walk preferably with a company. Also, it’s important to pay attention to your belongings in the city center and while using the public transport.

Posted: March 12, 2025
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Giulia

Giulia

Milan is a big city, and it really depends on the time of the day and on the area you’re in. I would say during the day it’s pretty safe to walk on your own and i’m usually not worried about anything, maybe just be careful for pickpockets on the underground. On the other side, when it’s dark, i think there are some areas or streets, the less crowded ones, that you have to be more carfeul to take. My advice is to always keep eyes open and avoid to take the 90 bus at night ;)

Posted: March 6, 2025
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Kate

Kate

Overall depends on the area of the city (there are some areas that are not safe and it’s better to avoid). However pickpockets are everywhere and it’s better to look after your things, especially in central areas or Centrale

Posted: February 18, 2025
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Is Milan worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.2 /5

based on 54 experiences from female travelers

Group travel

Amzing trip! fell in love with city! definitely can see myself moving to Milan😍 Affordable, beautiful and not too big. Very safe as well. We were two girls and stayed 4 nights. It was enough time to see the city but I wished we stayed longer and I will definitely come back.

Posted: April 21, 2025Experienced: August, 2024
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Solo travel

I didnt feel much safe in Milan. I met some weird people on the streets. I wasn't in danger but it still affected me I think there is less to see there than in other Italian city, they deserve more attention Overall it was okay, not so expensive. I rented good apartment for affordable price comparing to Swiss and France

Posted: April 18, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Meet locals in Milan

Anna

Anna

About Me

I’m Anna, I was born in Milan (Italy) and lived here all my life. I was born in 2006 and in September 2025 I will be starting university in Utrecht (Netherlands). I love animals (I have 2 cats) and nature, I always enjoy netting new people and listen to their stories. The things I most enjoy talking about are literature and current events of the world, but really I can be interested in any deep conversation about any topic! I have also travelled all around the world on a sailing boat with my family, therefore I’be always felt really close to the sea, however, in recent years I’ve become even more fond of the mountains.

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Marta

Marta

About Me

Hi, I’m Marta. I’m 20 years old and currently taking a gap year. I was born and have always lived in Milan but I have been traveling around a lot ever since I was little. I started studying mathematical engineering but realized I didn’t like it so after this gap year I’m going to study Neuropsychology in Groningen (Netherlands). I love traveling and the idea of meeting other girls around the world 🥰

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Safety in Italy

Frequently asked questions

Is Milan safe?

Women living in Milan consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Is Milan safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Milan consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 2.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Milan?

Women living in Milan consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Milan?

Women living in Milan consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Milan?

Women living in Milan consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Milan consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Milan?

Women living in Milan consider the risk of being physically attacked to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Milan?

Women living in Milan consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in Milan consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 3.1 out of 5.

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

Women living in Milan consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.