Is Romania Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Romania

Safety rating

Safe
4.2 /5

Women living in Romania consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.8 /5

Women living in Romania consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

8.5%

On average 8.5% percentage of women in Romania 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 130 experiences

Safety rating:

4.2/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.8/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Romania?

Rana

Rana

Suceava

I stayed in Suceava for 3 months. I didn't feel unsafe mostly, it was only at midnight if I was walking by myself because there are some homeless people, I was never followed or harassed, but I still tend to be highly alert and anxious about this, especially with drunk men.

Posted: February 26, 2025
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Craiova

Craiova is a very nice place, I think it is quite safe, local people are nice. Of course, as in any other new place, you need to be careful. However, I feel like safety is not a big problem, I would say it is quite a calm place to live.

Posted: February 21, 2025
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Romania

I was born and raised in Romania, so personally, I've seen both sides of it. I recommend being cautious, asking around which part of a city not to wander around. It's an Eastern European country, and it has it's high crime rated cities and illegal activities. This is a kind of advice. If you see a black ambulance run into a public shop or something croweded.

Posted: February 18, 2025
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Oradea

Oradea is a very charming and peaceful city as a whole and a great place to live or visit. As a local, i would say that there are only a few streets that feel a bit unsafe for a woman to be alone after dark, but very safe overall. People are chill and welcoming and will not mind interacting with tourists but will not bother them. Great architecture and coffee places :)

Posted: February 16, 2025
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Bucharest

It s kind of safe but not fully. I will not walk alone again because I have the feeling that somebody is behind me at night. The stores are safe but you need to take care of your bags and money. It s a great place but people ruined it.

Posted: February 15, 2025
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Cluj-Napoca

I think that Cluj-Napoca is a safe city. I live here from 2022 and I haven't got any negative experience since. There are man who look at you on the bus or on the street but they don't say anything to you. Plus there are people everywhere so they can't do anything to you.

Posted: February 15, 2025
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Alina

Alina

Bucharest

I feel that overall, Bucharest is safe, but you should be aware if your belongings and don't leave your phone random on the ground in the old town near people you just met. Also after 00:00 in the area of Piata Unirii, if you happen to wait for a late night bus, there are some beggers and homeless people that look like zombies walking around,but they are harmless.

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Bucharest

Bucharest is fairly safe as long as you take care of yourself, do not walk alone let’s say after 10 pm in empty and dark places. In your house u will feel safe usually there are no crimes or break ins.

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Constanta

Honestly nothing bad had ever happened to me. I heard stories of other people happening something bad to them, but not very bad things either. Here crimes don't happen, from what I know at least. The public transport is pretty chill also

Posted: February 9, 2025
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Bacau

Pretty chill city, not turistic so not a lot of things to to see, but ok city to live in. It has a nice mall with a couple of shops, we have a great island with a park in it, and right now there is a bridge buying build over the city which is really cool.

Posted: February 6, 2025
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Is Romania worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 45 experiences from female travelers

Bucharest, Group travel

Bucharest is a very beautiful city. You can explore most of it in 2-3 days, and you will be able to keep the trip low budget. You should visit their museum, bookshop (Carturesti Carusel) and the Parliament. I felt a bit unsafe during nighttime, whenever my male friends weren't around.

Posted: February 25, 2025Experienced: November, 2024
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Mihaela

Mihaela

Romania

Brasov, Couple travel

I love Brasov for a city break. Its a city full of nature and it’s just what you need to have a relaxing time. You can also hike there to peak Tâmpa. It is an easy hike but if you go in the winter you should have winter shoes because it’s slippery. Very fresh air, very beautiful views. The is amazing. I recommend “ Dei Frati” restaurant they have amazing pasta but you need a reservation as it’s almost always full. You can take the bus from there and go to Poiana Brasov for skiing. It’s a cheap drive like 1 euro . Have fun!!

Posted: January 24, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Meet locals in Romania

Sukrati

Sukrati

About Me

Hello, Namastey, Ciao, Buna Ziua sisters! 👋 My name is Sukrati Shah, and I’m a 21-year-old from India 🇮🇳 I’m currently an international student in Italy 🇮🇹 and I’m on Erasmus in the beautiful country of Romania. 🇷🇴 I’d describe myself as a fun and creative person who loves to laugh, have meaningful conversations, and share stories. 🦚 I’m also musically inclined, enjoy exchanging music and dancing, and absolutely love reading. 💕

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Lara

Lara

About Me

Hi! I'm Lara, a film student currently living in Terrassa, Barcelona. I am part Greek and Turkish besides my Romanian heritage. I've been studying and living in Romania, the Netherlands and shorty Germany. Right now i'm in Spain. I'm very passionate to learn about cultures. Hobbies wise, cycling, horse riding, cinema, music, films, visiting, (window) shopping, sports, tennis, ski, painting/drawing, photography, reading, you name it. I'm open to anything if it means cherishing and celebrating life a bit more :) 🌞. Would love to be your local tour guide and looking forward to that international experience. What's more beautiful than having friends all around the world?

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Safety in Romania

Frequently asked questions

Is Romania safe?

Women living in Romania consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Is Romania safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Romania consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Romania?

Women living in Romania consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Romania?

Women living in Romania consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Romania?

Women living in Romania consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in Romania 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 Romania?

Women living in Romania consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Romania?

Women living in Romania consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

Women living in Romania consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

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

Women living in Romania consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5