Is New Zealand Safe for Women? Crime Rate in New Zealand
Safety rating
Women living in New Zealand consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in New Zealand consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 2.9% percentage of women in New Zealand 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 60 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.1/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.5/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.3/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.6/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is New Zealand?
New Zealand
Very safe overall in New Zealand. People are generally kind and helpful, open to different cultures. At night, I wouldn't recommend to go out at night alone, but that's personal for me. I have friends who have no problem with it.
Posted: March 25, 2025
Hana
Auckland
Very safe city overall. Just be vigilant when it’s very late at night in but people are generally very friendly and won’t bother you. But will be happy to to help as well. Public transport isn’t very comprehensive but generally bus drivers are nice and willing to help. Walking at night in the city isn’t scary at all, but don’t go in dark alleyways by yourself if you’re not familiar with the area. Otherwise generally very good. Avoid south Auckland areas. Central and north shore are great safe lovely areas.
Posted: March 19, 2025New Zealand
New Zealand is pretty safe but there will always be danger anywhere you go. I have lived in the centre of the North Island my whole life and I can say that I have always felt safe here. Aside from getting asked weird question from strangers I have never felt as if my life was endangered. I feel safe to walk alone at night where ever I go and can trust locals to help me if I need it. Everyone here in New Zealand is very helpful and kind.
Posted: March 13, 2025
Rachael
Auckland
I generally feel quite safe in Auckland, just can be dodgy in some areas. There is a lot of homelessness, along with alcohol and drug abuse in the center, but the outskirts are really nice. There are times when I've felt uncomfortable, but not unsafe.
Posted: March 7, 2025Coromandel
Very safe in my opinion, have heard from other women that hitchhiking (even alone) feels quite safe. Apart from that there’s not a lot going on here in and around Coromandel, there is the possibility that you will be completely alone in some places, whether that’s for the best or not…
Posted: February 18, 2025Christchurch
Very safe. There’s always different aspects of all areas in the world but I usually always feel very safe. It depends what time of the day, what area, what activity is being done but for the most part I believe it is very easy to Lee safe. New Zealanders are not hostile towards tourists from what I can gather.
Posted: February 11, 2025
Dana
Auckland
Auckland is generally safe, but it completely depends on the area. Some places are really not safe at all, even during the day so just do your research. Feel free to message me about where your planning on travelling and I can tell you more about the individual suburbs safety
Posted: February 11, 2025Tahawai
Lovely and safe rural community where neighbours and people look out for each other. Inclusive community welcoming to seasonal workers interested in orchard work and any travellers passing through the community.
Posted: January 21, 2025Auckland
It really depends on the area your in but generally, I'd say it's a really safe country!! The only thing is, like any other place in the world, I wouldn't risk walking in the dark alone even if it's considered a really safe place :)) Rich/Safe Areas in Auckland to Least... North Shore & East Auckland ⬇️ West Auckland ⬇️ South Auckland
Posted: January 14, 2025Christchurch
Very safe city overall! There are of course the occasional crimes committed here but I have never been a victim of one and I would personally say nz is one of the safest countries in the world. A great place for solo travel
Posted: January 13, 2025Is New Zealand worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 26 experiences from female travelers
Mel
Australia
Queenstown, Couple travel
Queenstown is such a beautiful little mountain town. There is so many activities to do. Lots of adventure sports if you’re into that. We hired a rental car to get around but I’m not sure whether it’s needed if you’re content to stay in the same place. Accommodation and food can be a bit of the expensive side. I found some airbnbs that were reasonably priced. The scenery and hiking here is unreal. If you like the outdoors and mountains go to Queenstown. One of the safest places I’ve ever travelled as well.
Posted: February 6, 2025New Zealand, Group travel
I did a two week road trip. It was such a wonderful experience. I may say that it is probably the most beautiful country I've ever been to. The natural landscapes are amazing. However, do not make the same mistake I did... I went in winter... I didn't know what cold means till I visited NZ... I would probably recommend you to go to any other season of the year, you won't probably see snow but you will survive 😂😂
Posted: February 2, 2025Experienced: May, 2020Meet locals in New Zealand
Dana
About Me
Hey, I’m Dana, 21 years old, from New Zealand, currently travelling Europe! I have a degree in anthropology and history, so I love learning about other cultures and their history. I love looking at old buildings and experiencing culture, however, I also love nature and hiking. I am a photography and content creator, and am also very creative, play piano, sing etc. looking forward to connecting and meeting cool people!
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Vanessa
About Me
Kia Ora 😀 I love all things adventure and having new experiences. I love food, music (especially electronic), hiking, kayaking, Lyra, climbing, meeting new people and living life as mindfully as I can. I am 35 and have a son who is about to leave home at the end of the year. I hosted Airbnb for year and have met some of my favourite people through this so when I found this app, it seemed perfect to me. Almost being an empty nester means I will get to do a lot more solo travel. I'm so excited to get out to see the world and to meet wonderful new humans! I am open minded, rainbow friendly and accepting of all people and their backgrounds and experiences.
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Safety in New Zealand
Christchurch
Auckland
Nelson
Coromandel
Hamilton
Rotorua
Kerikeri
Whangarei
New Plymouth
Wellington
Dunedin
Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula
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