Is Saint Petersburg Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Saint Petersburg

Safety rating

Safe
4 /5

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 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 44 experiences

Safety rating:

4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.2/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.5/5Not at all worried

How safe is Saint Petersburg?

I think it is safe, but always be on mind, so there are always crazy people. It is more often safe then not. Do not only go in Kupchino when it is dark, other places are safe. Center is always safe. Kiss

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Anastasia

Anastasia

we have some areas that are not the safest, I live in the city center, it feels calm and safe even at night, BUT!! In the central part of the city, there may be whole labyrinths of courtyards, like a well of houses, where you can find trouble if you're unlucky, simply because some people can drink there and there are no cameras, so being a traveler, I wouldn't look there at night, at least alone, but in general it's also safe there, there are entrances. in the entrances, but I think many people will find this space uncomfortable and disturbing, but during the day it does not look scary at all. Also about dangerous areas - avoid the Murino area, there are often some kind of riots there. Nevsky Prospekt is the main street of the city, the whole center has a vibrant nightlife as well as many bars. So many ladies, when walking there at night, be vigilant because on Nevsky Prospekt on Friday evening, drunken assholes may think that everyone who is on the street is doing this because they want to get to know them, as it often happens.but I didn't disclose any egregious cases of indecent behavior, just annoying attention from vacationers, which often happens. the last thing I want to warn you about is not to go to random untested spas and massage parlors on Nevsky Prospekt- there are many salons that are actually sex services, so it's better to find a spa or massage site and go to the verified address from the site, do not go to the first massage salon in the city center.

Posted: May 19, 2025
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Nastya

Nastya

It's safe enough, but there are a lot of drinkers in the center on weekends and holidays and you need to be careful. Sometimes you may encounter aggression or a fight on the street, but in general, if you walk along the central illuminated streets, then you are safe.

Posted: May 9, 2025
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Olga

Olga

My experience in Saint Petersburg is quite good. I haven’t experienced any of sexual harassment or assault, however I steal prefer being careful walking around after dark and so on. In the city center, in my opinion, you don’t have to worry at all, even during the night. There is a lot of lightning on streets

Posted: May 8, 2025
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I live there for 3 years now, but I feel very safe, I usually walk late at night alone, but i hadn’t any troubles, I also felt safe all over the russia (but u still need to be aware, because still there’s some sort of crime, even if not that high)

Posted: May 8, 2025
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I feel like Saint Petersburg is a pretty safe place especially daytime,it can feel less save in the dark,but I recommend it Many girls and women walk alone and they feel good . There are some areas that can be less safe,but in general it is good for a women.

Posted: May 7, 2025
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Is Saint Petersburg worth visiting?

Family travel

I stayed at Kino Hostel. We took the separate room for 2p. I felt safe. From the centre it’s more dirty but overall I loved it. The museums are must have to go to! But you need hours to see all of the paintings! Prepare comfortable shoes!

Posted: April 10, 2025
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Frequently asked questions

Is Saint Petersburg safe?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

Is Saint Petersburg safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

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

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Saint Petersburg?

Women living in Saint Petersburg consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.