Is Krakow Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Krakow

Safety rating

Safe
4.4 /5

Women living in Krakow consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

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

Violence rating

9.7%

On average 9.7% percentage of women in Poland 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 77 experiences

Safety rating:

4.4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.7/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.3/5Not 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 Krakow?

Brianne

Brianne

Krakow is a very safe city! As a woman living here solo for 1.5 years, I have never felt threatened or unsafe walking alone, even at night. Everyone is very friendly and open. The city is well communicated and well lit.

Posted: May 29, 2025
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Kraków is overall really safe, especially the city center. It’s less safe in the poorer parts but the max I experienced was screaming or catcalling. During the day even that happens extremally rarely. At night there might be some drunk guys trying to hit on you but they are mostly harmless and will leave you alone when you ask.

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Magda

Magda

Krakow is a beautiful city, perfect for a solo trip. In Poland and Krakow it is very safe, I do not feel threatened walking around the city alone or using transport. I definitely recommend it for your first (and every subsequent!) solo trip!

Posted: May 27, 2025
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It’s a very safe city and very clean. Beautiful city with nice buildings lots of food options. Going to the clubs are very safe, transportation is very good and affordable. Must visit

Posted: May 11, 2025
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Kraków is a very safe place, I live here for 4 years now and always feel safe taking night walks or coming back home late :) of course you have to pay attention, but its just as any other big city

Posted: May 10, 2025
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Is Krakow worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.7 /5

based on 63 experiences from female travelers

Group travel

It was really safe as two women with my friend. We really liked how people minded their own business the whole time lol. You can see ancient places, if you like museums a lot(especially aviation) I recommend you to go see Kraków. We went there by train from Rzeszów for just 20 zł as students! Highly recommend!!!!!

Posted: April 10, 2025Experienced: March, 2025
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Meet locals in Krakow

Emma

Emma

About Me

I love music, books, musical theatre and travelling. I would love to meet some new friends from all around the world. Feel free to ask me about my city via instagram @ewamajerczak 💜

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Magdalena

Magdalena

About Me

Hi! I’m the kind of person who books flights before thinking things through and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I travel to feel alive, to get lost (a little), and to find stories worth telling. Whether it’s getting caught in the rain in a new city or sharing tea with strangers somewhere off the map, that’s where the magic is for me ✨ I’m an easygoing, respectful guest who’s just happy to have a roof over her head and a good conversation. I love sharing stories, cooking something simple together, or just exchanging music and local tips :)

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Safety in Poland

Frequently asked questions

Is Krakow safe?

Women living in Krakow consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Is Krakow safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Krakow consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Krakow?

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

What is the crime rate in Krakow?

Women living in Krakow 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 Krakow?

Women living in Krakow consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Krakow?

Women living in Krakow consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Krakow?

Women living in Krakow consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Krakow?

Women living in Krakow 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 Krakow?

Women living in Krakow 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 Krakow?

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