Is Madrid Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Safe
4.2 /5

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

Crime rating

Low
2 /5

Women living in Madrid consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.

Violence rating

9.6%

On average 9.6% percentage of women in Spain 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 82 experiences

Safety rating:

4.2/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.8/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.4/5Safe

Crime rate:

2/5Low

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:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.2/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Madrid?

Rocío

Rocío

Overall is not a very dangerous place. It has occasional crimes, but not only directed towards women. I would say it is a safe place to visit in daylight. When it comes to night-time it is good to be precautious but not to be too worried

Posted: July 19, 2025
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Sofiia

Sofiia

Overall I feel safe. The worst you can expect is something being stolen from you, but so is everywhere. However, it somehow feels much safer than many other places.

Posted: July 10, 2025
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It's generally safe for women walking alone after dark. I've gone back from party alone several times and nothing ever happened to me. I would recommend Madrid for solo traveler women, it's weird that anything can happen to you.

Posted: July 8, 2025
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Celia

Celia

I haven't had any problems in my 22 years living here. I live in a good neighbourhood, "Barrio Salamanca" so the only crime you could face here is someone stealing your wallet or phone if you are careless like in any part of the world.

Posted: June 19, 2025
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rebecca

rebecca

Madrid is very very safe! There can be some pickpockets around but that’s about it. Police is always going around on cars, scooters. The public transport is very frequented even by night which makes it feel very safe. I wouldn’t worry about being a solo female traveler

Posted: June 14, 2025
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Is Madrid worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 53 experiences from female travelers

Jimena

Jimena

Mexico

Family travel

I really loved Madrid coming from the states it’s a really good blend of cultures. Literally can find good Asian or Latin food anywhere. Spanish food and history is really interesting here and there’s always something to do.

Posted: August 13, 2025
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Safety in Spain

Frequently asked questions

Is Madrid safe?

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

Is Madrid safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Madrid 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 Madrid?

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

What is the crime rate in Madrid?

Women living in Madrid consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Madrid?

Women living in Madrid 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 Madrid?

Women living in Madrid 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 Madrid?

Women living in Madrid consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Madrid?

Women living in Madrid 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 Madrid?

Women living in Madrid consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.2 out of 5.

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

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