Is Saudi Arabia Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Saudi Arabia

Safety rating

Safe
4.5 /5

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.8 /5

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

Violence rating

20.5%

On average 20.5% percentage of women in Saudi Arabia 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 21 experiences

Safety rating:

4.5/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

4.2/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.5/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.8/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Saudi Arabia?

Layan

Layan

Ar Riyad

I’ve never ever once in my life felt even a tiny teeny bit worried about my safety here even though I go out alone all the time and sometimes even after dark. Just don’t go to sketchy places those basically are “working-sites-building-material-stores” There I’ve experienced harassment but not physical only staring.

Posted: July 27, 2025
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Reem

Reem

Riyadh governorate

Its safe, the government here are very strict on anything that is illegal and women became the most priority. Everywhere you go you will find people standing with you against anything will happen, cameras are everywhere too

Posted: June 15, 2025
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Saudi Arabia

It is one of the safest countries in the world, but that does not mean that it does not contain any crimes. The motto of the country is security and safety, so I think you will not find a safer place than my country.

Posted: May 30, 2025
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Riyadh governorate

Fairly safe, however theft and harassment do happen. I had my phone stolen the first time I came to Saudi. I have been harassed by male taxi drivers. There are female drivers available on some apps but at a higher rate and as there are fewer female drivers available they require a longer wait time, so I advise leaving plenty of time to plan trips. In public places and central areas I’ve experienced very little harassment, however I wouldn’t recommend walking around suburban areas late at night.

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Riyadh governorate

Riyadh is one of the safest cities ever, the police and public cameras are everywhere and the city doesn't really sleep so usually you won't find yourself alone in the streets. Make sure to wear modest clothes though (just to avoid anyone's looking at you or something), jeans and t-shirts will do the job for you! (Just avoid skirts and shorts). If you wanna integrate with the locals you can just get a stylish Abaya!

Posted: May 25, 2025
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Jawhara

Jawhara

Jeddah

Jeddah is a very safe city where you can go out whether in the morning or late at night and no one would really bother to even get close to you. There is no mention of any crimes or homicides in this city.

Posted: May 19, 2025
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Is Saudi Arabia worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.2 /5

based on 11 experiences from female travelers

Aya

Aya

Egypt

Saudi Arabia, Group travel

It was a wonderful experience, you will come back but your soul will remain there Makkah and Madinah were extremely save all the time Also I visited Gadah for shopping Transportation is available and food was good, you will find different restaurants

Posted: July 24, 2025
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Saudi Arabia, Family travel

I visited Saudi for religious purposes. Overall, I felt that it was good to see the sites and Masjids. Good food was relatively easy to find and tasted well. however, I was taken aback by the lack of cleanliness and hygiene in public restrooms.

Posted: July 19, 2025Experienced: May, 2023
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Safety in Saudi Arabia

Frequently asked questions

Is Saudi Arabia safe?

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.

Is Saudi Arabia safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Saudi Arabia?

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

What is the crime rate in Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Saudi Arabia?

Women living in Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?

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