Is Amsterdam Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Amsterdam

Safety rating

Safe
4.1 /5

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

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

Women living in Amsterdam consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

Violence rating

7.1%

On average 7.1% percentage of women in Netherlands 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 38 experiences

Safety rating:

4.1/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.5/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.5/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.5/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

Is Amsterdam safe for women?

Zeynep

Zeynep

Amsterdam is quite safe for female travellers both durıng the day and night. Living here two years, i haven’t had any issue so far.You should beware the pickpockets in crowded places and public transportation though.

Posted: September 7, 2024
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Helena

Helena

In general I feel as a women in amsterdam I have basically never felt any threat, this could be that majority of the time you use a bike however in all the instances I used public transport in the 6 years I lived there never once did I experience something uncomfortable. I think no matter where you are in the world, no matter how safe, as a woman you never feel 100% safe however amsterdam has proven mostly that it is safe. I would say the only chances of there being an uncomfortable moment would be perhaps in a bar if you are unfortunately subject to assault. However i have only experienced that one or two times and it was dealt with.

Posted: August 26, 2024
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Honestly Amsterdam is overall a quite safe city. There are certain parts that seem less safe. But the main thing im be worried about is being pickpocketted while walking in the center. But ill walk there at night after a night out with no problem. Just ignore weirdos and avoid walking through small alleys.

Posted: August 25, 2024
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In general the city is fairly safe. However, just like in most cities I do recommend to stay on the main road where there is good lighting when walking around after dark. Just for your own safety. I do want to say that this is based off of my (and my friends) experiences. So it could differ

Posted: August 22, 2024
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Eileen

Eileen

The western part of Amsterdam, where my house is located, is very safe. It’s close to a lot of facilities such as supermarkets, libraries, atm’s, bars, restaurants, cafe’s and nightlife. This part of the city is easy to reach by bus, tram and metro.

Posted: August 12, 2024
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At nights I can feel a bit unsafe of drunk/high people at the city center but as long as I am not isolated it is alright. I would advice at nights to cycle or take transport instead of walking in remote areas. Overall still a safe city but still the capital.

Posted: July 27, 2024
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Stella

Stella

Amsterdam is pretty safe, it’s busy so you are rarely alone on the streets. Some neighbours are safer than others and at night safety level drops a little as everywhere I guess. Writing this from the perspective of a white women. For queer man** and people of colour the safety level is a bit different

Posted: July 27, 2024
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Kristel

Kristel

I walk around alone in Amsterdam (even when I was 14) at night and never experienced sudden danger. Maybe some weird people asking for a cigarette or just talking inaudible things but nothing more haha

Posted: July 27, 2024
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Overall very save anytime of the day And is always people around you during any time of the day if it is 12 am or 3 am or 5 am its always busy 😂😂 Only this thats some way dangerous is walking in the bike lines 🤭 Even most bar and clubs are save but still always be on look out

Posted: July 24, 2024
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I think it is very safe city, especially for women. You can walk alone in the night and not be worried about your safety.Of course it is better to take care about yourself but it is one of the safety city I have lived

Posted: July 21, 2024
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Is Amsterdam worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.7 /5

based on 84 experiences from female travelers

Group travel

Recommend walking around, flower market is okay🌷, like the flying tiger shop, go to ADAM for a view, recommend waffle workshop waffle 🧇, recommend cheese 🧀 Go on a canal trip Stayed at a vacation house village 🏡 Were at the interactive art museum WONDR, it’s fun 👁️ Nothing is for me a must do, but strongly recommend: thrift shopping & walking around

Posted: November 26, 2024
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Solo travel

From time to time men were a bit unsettling, they catcalled me and one of them even sent a kiss at me from across the canal. However, I didnt feel that scared since most streets were crowded and there were many other people. It was a bit expensive but cheaper than I thought. Many many different kinds of people but still I really liked the city and enjoyed my every second there

Posted: September 11, 2024
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Meet locals in Amsterdam

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Athina

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I’m 23 years old, recently statistics graduated from Greece. I’m in Amsterdam for Erasmus internship in an ngo for good living. My hobby is learning as many different possible things for life and cultures. I love to travel but not as tourist but as adventure. That why I want to connect with locals and to create good connections and learning from them.

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Safety in Netherlands

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam safe?

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

Is Amsterdam safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam?

Women living in Amsterdam consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Amsterdam?

Women living in Amsterdam consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Amsterdam?

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Amsterdam?

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Amsterdam?

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

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

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Amsterdam consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5