Is South Korea Safe for Women? Crime Rates in South Korea

Safety rating

Safe
3.8 /5

Women living in South Korea consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Crime rating

Very Low
1.2 /5

Women living in South Korea consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 5.

Violence rating

41.1%

On average 41.1% percentage of women in South Korea 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 10 experiences

Safety rating:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.6/5Very Safe

Crime rate:

1.2/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Is South Korea safe for women?

Daejeon

I born in Daejeon. Daejeon is located center of south korea. Transport is convenience. There's a famous bread shop name is 성심당. Their cakes are so famous. Daejeon is nice city I think. Ppl are kind!!

Posted: October 30, 2024
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Suwon

It's near Seoul. Actually nothing much to travel in here🥲 Hmmm but if you really wanna visit Suwon, I would recommend you to go 화성행궁. There's a pond so beautiful. It's a kind of historical place. Vibe is kinda different from Seoul!

Posted: October 30, 2024
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Seoul

Should be cautious of hidden cameras in public ladies room and sexual harassment by glance at breast and legs of women. Must be careful to drink anything in clubs or so. Mind to take public transportation on commuting time because it would be packed and disgusting boys get closer and touch.

Posted: August 26, 2024
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Busan

I've only been here a few months but I feel very safe. Nothing has put me on edge or given me any reason to feel unsafe. There are cameras everywhere and the city is usually bustling in my area. It's never really dark and empty.

Posted: July 11, 2024
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Seoul

Attacks and assault in public do not happen as often as they do in other places, but when they do the law always favors the man’s side and you cannot protect yourself so in that sense it is unsafe, a lot of men here think they are entitled to your attention and will be very pushy because they think foreign women are “easy”.

Posted: July 4, 2024
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Seoul

Seoul is a safe city, even at night. The public transport feels safe and I never worry about walking or being alone. The people are very friendly and can be helpful and if there is danger, the police are known to be quick to come. There are many surveillance cameras for safety, and most people are highly aware of that. No pick pocketing or weapon danger. It is a very safe city.

Posted: June 15, 2024
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South Korea

It’s generally pretty safe but being a woman, this is always something to remain cautious about. Korea is safe for transit, though you may find the occasional brush against you in a crowded subway. This has happened to me but with older men. I’d say older men gawk quite a lot, so be mindful of this. There’s a lot of fetishization and sexualization of foreigners here so be careful on dating apps and with sharing too much information about where you live, etc. A common phrase is for men to ask “do you live alone”, and it’s best to always say you live with someone.

Posted: April 14, 2024
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Jun

Seoul

As you know, Seoul is the most safty city in the world. We can cross the street in the mid night. And we can put our cell phone or laptop on the table at cafe. Sometimes you can feel the Korean is so unkind but it's only they don't have smile. The Korean is so kind.

Posted: April 8, 2024
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Alison

Alison

Pyeongtaek-si

Pyeongtaek is a safe city to live in. Like most other cities in South Korea. The crime rate is very low and I feel safe at all hours of the day. People mind their own business and leaves things alone that do not belong to them.

Posted: March 17, 2024
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Is South Korea worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.6 /5

based on 44 experiences from female travelers

Marie

Marie

Denmark

Jeju Island, Solo travel

My first stop when arriving in South Korea was Jeju island. It's a great place to start or finish your trip to South Korea. It's an easygoing island, and you can easily get around with public transportation. I felt safe anywhere I went, and it's such a nice feeling not having to worry about pickpocketing. Any hike I tried to do was not really a hike cause everything was boarded and so easy to walk, even when it was a step hill. I highly recommend Seogwipo since it's even calmer than Jeju city. The traditional market there was really good compared to the one in Jeju city. Wonang waterfalls were so worth it, don't forget a bathing suit and don't be afraid to jump on the rocks. Jeolum Natural Recreation Forest was super nice, and the footbath was heavenly.

Posted: October 4, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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Emy

Emy

Germany

Seoul, Solo travel

Seoul was fascinating in a way that I haven’t experienced before. Because it is a capital, you just realize after a while that it’s impossible to see all the places and find all the communities there. I stayed for 10 months and had the best time of my life! It felt much safer than Europe, but of course, no place (that I know of) qualifies as 100% safe. I lived in itaewon, a place with lots of tourists and night clubs, but going out at night was fun and if one place didn’t have the right energy, I could just move on to the next. My friend visited me while I lived there and she liked it as well :)

Posted: September 21, 2024
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Jinju

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Jun

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Safety in South Korea

Frequently asked questions

Is South Korea safe?

Women living in South Korea consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is South Korea safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in South Korea 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 South Korea?

Women living in South Korea consider public transport to be very safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in South Korea?

Women living in South Korea consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in South Korea?

Women living in South Korea 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 South Korea?

Women living in South Korea consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in South Korea?

Women living in South Korea consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in South Korea?

Women living in South Korea 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 South Korea?

Women living in South Korea consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in South Korea?

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