Is Philippines Safe for Women?
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 58 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.7/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.1/5 | 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: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Philippines?
Cebu City
Locals are friendly, but pickpocketing is very common here. I've never run into trouble in public transpo, but I think I'm just lucky. I've never been robbed or assaulted, but I know enough women who have for me to encourage staying in groups and taking a GrabCar (local Uber equivalent) everywhere.
Posted: August 14, 2025
Mitee
Philippines
It depends on the areas you go. Its mostly safe but you need to careful with your phones there are a lot of phone snacking incidents here. But other than that it's mostly safe. I have never been that uncomfortable in public some times people will compliment you on you looks but not in a sexual harassment kind of way.
Posted: August 7, 2025
Shirneth
Southern Leyte
Southern Leyte is pretty safe and peaceful — low crime, friendly locals, and chill vibes. Just be mindful of typhoons or heavy rain. There’s a lot more to explore too — beaches, waterfalls, and quiet spots perfect for relaxing and unwinding! 🌴✨
Posted: August 6, 2025
Hani
Bacoor
I have lived in bacoor for almost 20 years now, and I never really had any bad experiences while living here. Although, I wouldn't say that it's 100% safe as there is news around the area of mugging, etc.
Posted: August 3, 2025Manila
It is said that is a very unsafe city but I myself didn't really feel that unsafe. The knowledge that it is apparently very unsafe was the only thing that worried me but I didn't experience anything that supports that.
Posted: July 29, 2025Is Philippines worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 32 experiences from female travelers
Mitee
India
Philippines, Solo travel
There are a lot of things to look at, especially the beaches. The water is clear and blue. And Mall of Asia is also there which is huge with a lots of shops and activities. There is a Venice mall too.
Posted: August 16, 2025Experienced: March, 2025Safety in Philippines
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