Is Norway Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Norway

Safety rating

Very Safe
4.7 /5

Women living in Norway consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.7 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

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

Violence rating

11.1%

On average 11.1% percentage of women in Norway 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 136 experiences

Safety rating:

4.7/5Very Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4.4/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.8/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Norway?

Ayah

Ayah

Trondheim

Trondheim is the safest city I’ve ever lived in. I’ve been here for almost 5 months and I’ve never worried about my safety. Norway in general is a very safe country and you will hopefully feel quite safe while you’re here

Posted: May 12, 2025
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Oslo

It’s pretty safe in Oslo city center. Some low level crime in some places, especially in rural areas far from the city center. Those are local areas where usually no tourists go to. Avoid being alone at night time in those areas, especially for females who doesn’t want male attention.

Posted: April 23, 2025
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Kathrine

Kathrine

Oslo

I have lived in Oslo for thirteen years, and very few times felt unsafe! As long as you stay by the crowded streets by night or by going home from public transport. I trust police officers. Some guards can be violent at clubs, but rearly and if so, rapport them to someone local. I have experienced sexual harassment, as woman and as queer woman. Uncomfortable, but not violent.

Posted: April 19, 2025
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Alesund

The city is not that big so there's not much crime, at least I haven't heard of anything serious. A few thieves here and there but that's only in shopping areas and can be avoided if you keep an eye on your items at all times

Posted: April 18, 2025
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Camila

Camila

Oslo

I’ve been working until 4am in Grønland (a ghetto) for 1yrs in a fast food restaurant and only one time I was catcalled. But nothing happened more than that. Very night used to get my AirPods and listen to music perfectly. Even if you find drunk people in the bus or so they will not bother you or if so they’re funny and only talk about what’s their or yours fav music, movie or so. Night live in Oslo is rough because Nordic people don’t control themselves with alcohol. They might be “mean” like saying “Shut up!” But will never start a fight. Both men and women and most likely to dance with you and have fun.

Posted: April 17, 2025
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Evelynnn

Evelynnn

Gol

It's pretty damn safe lol. It's just a small village in the mountains. The most dangerous thing here is to meet a moose in the middle of the street at night haha. So everythings safe in Gol. Come visit :)

Posted: April 17, 2025
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Norway

Norway has a very low crime level and you can feel very safe. But you stood still take precautions. Watch out for one another, don’t leave your drink and lock your door. Still I have rarely experienced crime in my home country. It’s probably one of the most safe places overall.

Posted: April 1, 2025
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Rælingen

One Word safe place! Is not often something bad happen, and is a tinny place usally pepole know eachoter so if you are in danger they would help. Never felt threathen or unsafe at all, the years I have visiting/lived here. It safe to go for walks after dark too! Nothing to worry about, even kids are out after dark (depends on what time of year, I mean winter, it gets dark fast in Norway) and kids are still out feeling safe. Hope you visit and enjoy your stay!

Posted: April 1, 2025
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Razan

Razan

Kristiansand

Overall very very safe, and the police will reach out fast. And night on Saturday and Thursday (sometimes Friday) are the days when people go out clubbing in the city, so at that time you might experience that people try to talk to you on the stress, but would not harm you. And the police are everywhere (both as civilians and with uniforms).

Posted: March 18, 2025
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Oslo

Super safe! I never feel scared in Oslo. But; then I am not a person who go out in the nights. I make sure I look after myself. I would never follow strangers. Control alcohol intake. Make sure I have transport available if I am late.

Posted: March 16, 2025
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Is Norway worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.6 /5

based on 82 experiences from female travelers

Mandal, Family travel

Since we stayed with my father who lived there i can't say much about the housing/hotels. The beaches are very beautiful and there is one for every need(one with a water playground for kids, one with some volleyball nets etc.). There is also a Discgolf place with several holes that is very entertaining. If you got kids and like hinking I do recommend going to the town hall and get a map for a treasure hunt! You basically go hiking all around the city searching for letters to complete it and receive a small price in the end. Not in mandal directly but there is a cool place called Vildgarden were you can meet, pet and feet some moose (extremely cool)

Posted: May 7, 2025Experienced: May, 2023
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Oslo, Solo travel

I actually got stuck there for two days as I was trying to fly home. But I didn’t mind because I got to explore Oslo. I ended up sleeping at the airport and exploring the city during the day. The bus system was easy, the town was clean, and it was easy to communicate in English. I didn’t go out at night, so I’m not sure how safe the nightlife is.

Posted: April 29, 2025
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Meet locals in Norway

Rihana

Rihana

About Me

I’m 27. I live in Oslo,Norway and I study nursing. I love to travel but I feel like I haven’t been able to travel much because it’s so expensive. I would love to travel a lot more whenever I get the chance. I love to meet new people when I travel and learn from the locals about the culture and get inside info you can’t get from the internet. I’m mostly busy with school and work atm. Feel free to reach out about whatever.

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Sidra

Sidra

About Me

Pakistani, living in Norway ans working as physiotherapist. Loves to travel , read , eat and meet new people.

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Safety in Norway

Frequently asked questions

Is Norway safe?

Women living in Norway consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.7 out of 5.

Is Norway safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Norway consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Norway?

Women living in Norway consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.8 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Norway?

Women living in Norway 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 Norway?

Women living in Norway 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 Norway?

Women living in Norway consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Norway?

Women living in Norway consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Norway?

Women living in Norway consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

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

Women living in Norway consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

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

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