Is Kenya Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Kenya
Safety rating
Women living in Kenya consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Kenya consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 50.4% percentage of women in Kenya 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 28 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.8/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.8/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Kenya?
Nairobi
Moderate safe but don't walk at night as a lady alone .It might be unsafe and watch out for pickpocketers There is generally no gun violence or drug lord's hence no fear of mass shooting in public. Different parts of Nairobi have different security levels with the suburbs being more secure.
Posted: May 20, 2025
Hanni
Nairobi
Nairobi is a vibrant and lively city, but like many major cities, safety can vary a lot depending on where you are, what time it is, and how aware you are of your surroundings. Generally safe for: Daytime travel in areas like Westlands, Karen, Kilimani, or CBD. Uber, Bolt, and Little Cab (especially for short trips). Visiting malls (like Two Rivers, The Hub, Sarit Centre) and tourist sites (like Giraffe Centre or Nairobi National Park). Be cautious with: Walking alone at night, especially in the CBD or less busy streets. Showing valuables (phones, jewelry) openly in crowded places. Using unregistered taxis or unfamiliar matatus (public minibuses). Pickpocketing in places like downtown Nairobi, bus stations, or markets like Gikomba. Tips to stay safe: Stick to known neighborhoods and well-reviewed accommodations. Always use a trusted ride app or hotel transport. Keep a copy of your ID or passport (not the original .
Posted: April 13, 2025Nairobi
Nairobi is quite segregated city with mostly gated communities so that makes you secure in housing, gated parks but not the safest on the streets. Crowded places can be safer but stealing is popular too so one must be careful. Walking at night is not at all recommended
Posted: March 14, 2025Nairobi
Nairobi is very safe, and we welcome tourists with love and show them around kenya and awesome places. You will get to have a very nice experience and learn our culture. You get to try different foods.
Posted: February 1, 2025
Marianne
Langata
Langata is a 97% safe as there are many security stand points, including the Police station within walking distance to the residential area. There are local joints that are classy and within walking distance to the house.
Posted: January 15, 2025Is Kenya worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 21 experiences from female travelers
Hellene
Kenya
Amboseli National Park, Solo travel
I arrived in Amboseli with no plan—just a backpack, a camera, and a vague list of temples I never ended up seeing. Instead, I wandered side streets lined with wooden houses, stumbled into a tiny tea shop . and spent the next hour sipping coffee in complete silence, surrounded by the soft clink of ceramic cups and the rustle of wind through paper walls.
Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: February, 2025Meet locals in Kenya
Rosa
About Me
I travel to feel more alive and less defined. I’m drawn to places that challenge me, quiet me, or wake something up. Law taught me structure. Art taught me freedom. I live for that in-between space. Let’s cross paths if you’re into deep conversations, hidden spots, and seeing the world with fresh eyes.
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Laniya
About Me
Laniya here, lives in Nairobi, Kenya (Africa) very social and sweet friend anyone can have. I love nature and traveling making new friends and vibing to make good memories😇🥰when it comes to jokes i laugh uncontrollably I love people who understand dark humour 😊.Am happy to find this girls safe space hoping that I'll bump into all of you while we are having adventurous trips round the world.This girl here is understanding,open minded and non-judgemental .Always ready to learn any new language
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