Is Oslo Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Oslo

Safety rating

Very Safe
4.6 /5

Women living in Oslo consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

Women living in Oslo 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 49 experiences

Safety rating:

4.6/5Very Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4.2/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.7/5Very 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:

1/5Not 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 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

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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Camila

Camila

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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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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Nil

Nil

you can feel very free and safe even in the nights! security is very high here. there are polices everywhere and cameras everywhere such as busses, trams, trains, subways, etc. and in every market, shop, etc. as well

Posted: March 13, 2025
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Aliénor

Aliénor

It is quite safe. But i live in a safe neighbourhood, so i am lucky. I wouldn't go too far east alone and or at night. For example stovner, vestli, manglerud, grorud, alna, romsås, haugerud and kalbakken are known to be a little sketchy

Posted: March 7, 2025
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Natasha

Natasha

Oslo is super safe! Nothing to worry about. At night it’s alright to go alone by night. I have never experienced any shady stuff going out in oslo for 27 years since I’m living I. Oslo for my whole life!

Posted: March 1, 2025
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Dominika

Dominika

I think it’s really safe place, I feel so comfortable here, I live alone for the one year and never don’t have dangerous situations here. My appartment is in the centrum city, and never nathing happens there when I’m not feel safe

Posted: March 1, 2025
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Oslo is one if the safest city i know of. Been living there for about 15 years, i grew up there until now, and its safe to say ive never been in a uncomfortable position and felt unsafe. It is totally safe at night too, even safer in some ways because there are few people in the streets, minding their own business.

Posted: February 23, 2025
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In my opinion Oslo is pretty safe for people of any color or orientation. As a woman l feel safe here both at day and at night, because of good street lighting systems in any areas in the town. The crime rate is also pleasantly low.

Posted: February 9, 2025
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Is Oslo worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.1 /5

based on 27 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Oslo is a beautiful city ❤️ amazing landscapes from the heart of the city center, also a maritime city 🥰 The same ticket for the public transportation is valid for bus, metro, tram, and also BOATS to the Oslo islands 🙌🏻 ✨Girly-friendly: Super safe for solo travellers 🎀 ✨Slow green city: It is not often to drive private cars in the city centre. Only public transportations, taxis or business cars. ✨Expensive night life: Drinks have high taxes here in Norway so alcohol in general is super expensive ✨Average price for a meal: 20-30€ ✨Water is always FREE in restaurants and bars I’d definetly recommend Oslo to a solo travellers! 🙌🏻 Beautiful landscapes, safe plus Oslo citizens tend to have a good taste in fashion! 🥰✨🙌🏻

Posted: April 17, 2025
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Misheel

Misheel

Sweden

Solo travel

Yes, i felt really safe since most of the population were locals and the city is well known for its safety. There were many museums, and galleries, and modern designed buildings except the expensive not that tasty food.

Posted: April 6, 2025
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Meet locals in Oslo

Maëlys

Maëlys

About Me

Hi there! I'm a French woman living in Oslo for the moment :) I do love traveling, especially the human and connecting part of it! From the beginning of June 2025 to July, I'll do a solo trip through Europe by train! Here's my plan: if you feel like our roads may cross, don't hesitate to reach out! Norway Oslo -> Denmark Copenaghen -> Germany Berlin -> Czech Republic Prague -> Austria Vienna -> Slovenia Ljubljana -> Croatia Zagreb (...) -> Italy Milano -> we will see 😁

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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 whenever 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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Safety in Norway

Frequently asked questions

Is Oslo safe?

Women living in Oslo consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5.

Is Oslo safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Oslo consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Oslo?

Women living in Oslo consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.7 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Oslo?

Women living in Oslo 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 Oslo?

Women living in Oslo 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 Oslo?

Women living in Oslo 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 Oslo?

Women living in Oslo 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 Oslo?

Women living in Oslo consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Oslo 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 Oslo?

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