Is Philippines Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Philippines
Safety rating
Women living in Philippines consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Philippines consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 53.6% percentage of women in Philippines 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 50 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.7/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.6/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.5/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Philippines?
eli
Manila
manila is quite safe in the morning, yet u should always look out at night. however, there are certain places where it is safe such as BGC and Rockwell! i personally usually go there with my friends cause it’s fun, safe, and clean around that area
Posted: June 20, 2025
Anjo
Quezon City
Compared to other parts of Metro Manila, Quezon City is considered relatively safe. There's much more space and personal space. Still, QC is still a huge place, and outside of Diliman where I reside, and Cubao-Katipunan areas which I frequent, I would not be comfortable alone, especially at night.
Posted: June 16, 2025Philippines
Philippines is a very hospitable country, just dont go to slum areas. And it’s okay to travel alone, and commuting here, there’s bus that offer P2P from airport to where you’re going. Just a safety reminder for your belongings if you’re going to take public transport
Posted: June 15, 2025
shivani
Cebu
I've been living in Cebu for around 3 years now. When I first arrived, my mobile was stolen, something I wasn't warned about beforehand, though I later found out that petty theft has been an issue in certain areas. That said, my overall experience has been positive. The people here are generally helpful and kind, and despite that early incident, I feel safe walking around even at night.
Posted: June 12, 2025Cebu City
Crowded areas such as downtown or in marketplace areas are quite known to have pickpockets. Even public buses have pickpocketers, so please be careful. Late night walks alone are not really encourage. But if you want to do it, better do it with a group. Men are always men whenever and wherever so let's just be careful and stay safe ladies~
Posted: June 10, 2025Cebu City
Cebu City is a decent city especially for the working group. It is mostly safe, but given the considerably high population, it's still not 100% safe especially at night and in certain areas of the city.
Posted: June 3, 2025Is Philippines worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 28 experiences from female travelers
Anjo
Philippines
Busuanga, Couple travel
This is the further inland part of Busuanga Island (people may know it as Coron). We stayed near the jumpoff point to black island - so extremely far from where tourists usually stay. For this area, I'd say: - Public transport 6/10. there's set times for UV/vans going to the town. But motorcycle rentals are possible with local hotels - Food 4/10. Not much choices, even karinderyas are rare - Budget is average - Sights are 11/10. Black island is DEFINITELY a place I would recommend to visit! The boatmen, guides, and caretakers of the island are indigenous people of Busuanga. They practice utmost care for the environment and appreciate equally responsible tourists :)
Posted: June 16, 2025Experienced: September, 2023Philippines, Family travel
We got around through tuktuks and i always felt safe, great food everywhere, we were in airbnbs and it was amazing. Always felt good especially because i was with my family. Never ate this much rice but i couldn’t complain it was goooddd
Posted: February 20, 2025Safety in Philippines
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