Is Penang Island Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Penang Island
Safety rating
Women living in Penang Island consider the safety level to be relatively low, with an overall safety rating of 2.2 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Penang Island consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 55.3% percentage of women in Malaysia 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
Safety rating: | 2.2/5 | Unsafe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | N/A | Not enough data |
Safety using public transport: | N/A | Not enough data |
Crime rate: | 1/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being physically attacked: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | N/A | Not enough data |
How safe is Penang Island?
Honestly, I feel like it’s safe here but it doesn’t means crime won’t happen at all. You can easily blend in with people or get assisted too since most of us are at least bilingual. Walking alone is fine but always be near crowds. Avoid dark alleys if you are alone since it’s risky and harder to ask for help if anything happens.
Posted: February 22, 2025Is Penang Island worth visiting?
Rhi
Australia
Solo travel
I did a solo trip to Penang and it was a really nice spot to go. There was some cool museums. I did the the ghost museum and the upside down museum which were really cool. The easiest way to get around is either by walking or in a grab. I stayed on Chulia street which was such a good location for everything I wanted to do. I also went and did a hair treatment that I 10/10 recommend
Posted: December 27, 2024Meet locals in Penang Island
Regina
About Me
I want to see it all! Openminded solo traveller. I would like to share my happiness and stories with you! I love to explore new countries and cultures. That's why I left my old life in germany behind and travelling around the world since December 2022. I dont need much. I'm happy with the small things. I saw 45 countries already. 🥰
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