Is Warsaw Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Warsaw

Safety rating

Safe
4.4 /5

Women living in Warsaw 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 Warsaw 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 104 experiences

Safety rating:

4.4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.5/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Warsaw?

Having called Warsaw home for over six years now, I can confidently say it’s an incredibly safe city for a woman living alone. The well-connected public transport, well-lit streets, and overall sense of security make getting around feel effortless, even late at night. People are respectful, and there’s a quiet comfort in knowing you can go about your day without worry. It’s the kind of city that lets you embrace independence while still feeling at ease.

Posted: March 5, 2025
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Extremely safe, both during the day and during the night (I don’t party though, so can’t say about this part). It’s safe to solo travel or to wear absolutely anything u want. Public transport super clean and safe as well

Posted: February 28, 2025
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Julia

Julia

I feel really save in Warsaw. Of course sometimes some crime can happen but I’m not scared of walking alone or using public transport. Even when im wearing my headphones i feel save walking after dawn.

Posted: February 27, 2025
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Anna

Anna

I believe that Warsaw is a relatively safe city for solo travel. There are many people and surveillance in the city center and popular tourist spots, which enhances the sense of security. Of course, as in any big city, it’s important to stay cautious, especially late at night.

Posted: February 25, 2025
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Zuza

Zuza

I really like Warsaw. People are friendly. A lot of cute places. I live here. I've only had unpleasant situations here a few times in my life. I always walk home from the metro very late at night or even in the morning and it is always a pleasant journey. There is nothing to be afraid of. There are many helpful people around.

Posted: February 24, 2025
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Everyone usually minds their own business. If they're drunk, it's a bit worse, but in most situations, nobody will harm you. I wouldn't recommend Praga, especially North (Praga Północ) after dark or in general

Posted: February 16, 2025
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in my opinion its the safest city in the whole europe, people, especially young adults and teenagers are often very open and helpful to visitors (when you respect us as Poles as well), Poland has the lowest crime rate so that makes it worth visiting :) I think you would feel very safe here!

Posted: February 16, 2025
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Hania

Hania

In my experience Warsaw is really safe city comparison to other capitals. As everywhere, I hear about some harassment’s, accidents and others but walking around alone is not a problem here. If you’re in Praga, Wawer or Ursus you can feel a bit less safe but Center, Mokotów, Ursynów - its a safe place to look around

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Julia

Julia

Warsaw is a super safe city, as the whole Poland is. It’s a beautiful city, very green, with a lot of places to eat good food, museums or to just walk and enjoy the town in a daytime or in the nighttime. I’ve never experienced any harassment or any danger and I was living there my whole life . You can easily travel there, have fun and see what the capital has to offer. ☺️ If you’d have any questions feel free to contact me! 💕

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Poland is considered by many as the safest European country and I definitely agree with it. All my friends from outside the country brought it up to my attention. They all feel safe and so do I. I can recall many situations when I would be walking by myself at 3am in the center and any safety issues didn’t even cross my mind.

Posted: February 9, 2025
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Is Warsaw worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.3 /5

based on 23 experiences from female travelers

Fidan

Fidan

Azerbaijan

Solo travel

I felt safe, but at times I was a bit anxious. I mostly traveled alone, but a relative who lives there had already told me about the most popular and must-see places. 1. Muzeum Narodowe 2. The Royal Lazienki Museum 3. Museum/Palace Wilanow 4. Museum Fryderyka Chopina … I couldn’t quite enjoy the food. There was one place I loved, though, and I visited it multiple times to have pizza: Pizza by the Slice👌🏻

Posted: February 11, 2025
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Group travel

We (3 girls) did not feel safe at all. We were visiting for only one day, but that was still enough for us to be assaulted by men 3 times and once we had to report an exhibicionist in a late night bus. Disgusting experience, i trust polish men no more

Posted: January 22, 2025Experienced: June, 2024
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Meet locals in Warsaw

Zuza

Zuza

About Me

Hi, I'm a beginner traveler, mostly interested in people, culture, language, cuisine and nature around the globe. If you want to reach me through Instagram, please send me a message so I know you're from here❣️

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Greta

About Me

Hi i am an Italian girl in Warsaw for Erasmus 🎀

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Safety in Poland

Frequently asked questions

Is Warsaw safe?

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

Is Warsaw safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Warsaw consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Warsaw?

Women living in Warsaw consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Warsaw?

Women living in Warsaw 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 Warsaw?

Women living in Warsaw consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in Warsaw consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Warsaw?

Women living in Warsaw consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Warsaw?

Women living in Warsaw consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

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

Women living in Warsaw consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

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

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