Is Moscow Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Moscow

Safety rating

Safe
4.3 /5

Women living in Moscow consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.7 /5

Women living in Moscow consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.7 out of 5.

Violence rating

23.3%

On average 23.3% percentage of women in Russia 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 89 experiences

Safety rating:

4.3/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.7/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.7/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Moscow?

It's actually quite safe if talking about central part of Moscow because Moscow os full of many different characters and locals there are 50/50 used to it. So it makes it safe for some non basic looking girls too. But it's unsafe on the ending stations and even in centre if it's middle of the night

Posted: June 24, 2025
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Moscow is one of the safest places among cosmopolitan cities, I swear (I’ve been traveling for the whole life and I can compare to other destinations). The infrastructure (public transport system, access to sights and any other type of attractions) is great. The streets are clear and there is a huge variety of restaurants/bars/places to have fun. The nightlife is great, especially in summer, and it’s pretty safe too.

Posted: June 20, 2025
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Elizaveta

Elizaveta

Centre is really safe place. Of course, disgusting man can be anywhere, but there is a lot of cameras, and transport here (subway specially) is good. I think it’s the most safest city, tbh, and it’s feels ok go after dark, there’s a lot of policy here.

Posted: June 16, 2025
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Moscow is actually VERY SAFE, I would say. You can see many police officers on patrol even at the metro stations, and the ambulance will always ready on the roads too for any emergencies. In terms of pickpockets?? The possibility is very low, but maybe during winter when you wear thick clothing then the pickpockets might be on the move. But still the chances are very low.

Posted: June 12, 2025
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Anastasiia

Anastasiia

In general, Moscow is very safe, but after sunset in deserted places it can be uneasy for girls, but it all depends on the area, in tourist areas it is safe. I try not to walk alone when it gets dark.

Posted: June 11, 2025
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Carolina

Carolina

Overall, I consider Moscow (city) to be quite safe for us as women, I haven't experienced any sort of stuff however, as most places, need to have some precautions. Security here is 10/10 and will act as soon as you call them, however in means of language, it could be a barrier

Posted: June 10, 2025
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Is Moscow worth visiting?

Solo travel

It was a really nice trip. You can travel on a budget. There’s lots to see and do. I’d definitely try local cuisine, there’s a wide choice of dineries. Taxi is affordable, safe. Avoid travelling in the rush hour, the streets can be blocked.

Posted: December 3, 2024
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Safety in Russia

Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow safe?

Women living in Moscow consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Is Moscow safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Moscow 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 Moscow?

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

What is the crime rate in Moscow?

Women living in Moscow consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Moscow?

Women living in Moscow 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 Moscow?

Women living in Moscow consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Moscow?

Women living in Moscow 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 Moscow?

Women living in Moscow consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Moscow consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

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

Women living in Moscow consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5