Is Stockholm Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Stockholm

Safety index

Safe
4.4 /5

The safety level in Stockholm is considered to be high, with an overall safety index of 4.4.

Crime index

Low
1.6 /5

The crime rate in Stockholm is considered to be low, with an overall crime index of 1.6.

Violence index

13.1%

On average 13.1% percentage of women in Sweden have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

Crime & Safety Stats

Safety index:

4.4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.7/5Very Safe

Crime index:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

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How safe is Stockholm for women?

I always feel safe walking after sunsets or taking the public transportation. I would walk in parks alone after dark though. It’s common sense not walking I dark parks or to visit some suburbs in the middle of the night. Then I would be a bit scared. It’s always safe to walk on streets with lights in city centre. If you want you cane take a taxi or public transportation. That is safe.

Posted: July 11, 2024
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Asa

Asa

Stockholm is a really safe and calm city! For solo female travelers, it’s of no concern I would say. You can feel really safe around here. I have personally never experienced any safety issues and I feel pretty comfortable walking around the city late at night

Posted: July 9, 2024
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Elenor

Elenor

I’d say that the inner city is mostly safe but once you get to outside the borders it’s more unsafe since it is a lot of gang violence and shootings along the blue subway line. I’d try to avoid the blue subway line towards Akalla, and Fruängen and south of red line can also have some sketchy places.

Posted: July 6, 2024
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Ida

Ida

Stockholm is very very safe. Swedish are trusting police, society and each other. Its easy to ask for help. But Swedish might Also be a bit booring. The standard yes to be high in hotels and hostel. Sweden is a cheap country right now except of having a drink.

Posted: July 6, 2024
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Rather safe, but depends on the area, stay in central areas and small cities and you’ll do just fine. There are security guards during night hours and on weekends so if something happens you can turn to them

Posted: July 1, 2024
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The inner city is safe, but when you cross the municipaty border from Stockholm, aka to where Stockholms kommun is not it anymore it can get a little more dangerous. But I have been out on all times of the day in Stockholm and have never been robbed nor raped.

Posted: June 20, 2024
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Oksana

Oksana

А lot depends on the area of ​​Stockholm. there are very safe areas where people don't lock their doors. and there are criminal areas where they sell drugs and there are murders. but overall I feel safe in Stockholm. I walked in the city center by myself late at night without any problems.

Posted: June 18, 2024
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Maggie

Maggie

I feel safer in Stockholm than in my hometown and the vast majority of other places in the States. I’ve used public transportation and walked home very intoxicated several times and always have felt safe. The people in Stockholm, specifically the men, are notoriously quiet and do not disturb women at all. Stockholm is extremely safe!

Posted: June 10, 2024
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Súper súper safe! There’s nowhere I’ve felt unsafe specially in tourist areas there’s always help and people will always be kind. Also it helps that everyone speaks English and the country safety is very high

Posted: June 8, 2024
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It is mostly safe. I have personally been around the city at odd hours and came back home late at night and never felt unsafe or anything. Obviously there are some notorious parts of town which are better not to be visited at odd timings. I haven't personally been there to comment much on it but wouldn't like to take any risk either.

Posted: June 2, 2024
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Is Stockholm safe to travel?

4.8 /5

Based on 29 experiences

Albina

Albina (28)

Latvia

Solo travel experience

I recently visited Stockholm and had an amazing time! Here are some highlights from my trip: **Safety:** I felt very safe throughout my stay in Stockholm. The city is well-maintained, and the people are friendly and helpful. **Things to Do:** I highly recommend exploring the various museums and historical sites. The Vasa Museum is a must-see, showcasing a preserved 17th-century ship. Also, take a stroll through Gamla Stan, the old town, which is full of charming streets and shops. If you have time, visit Djurgården for beautiful parks and attractions. **Food and Restaurants:** The food in Stockholm is delicious! I enjoyed visiting an Asian food cafe in a shopping mall, which offered a variety of tasty dishes. I also had a delightful experience at a local cafe, enjoying coffee and a traditional Swedish bun. The food scene here is diverse and caters to all tastes. **Budget:** I spent around 300 EUR for my 5-day trip, which was quite reasonable. This included food, transport, and some shopping. **Accommodation:** I stayed at a friend's place, which made my trip more economical. However, there are plenty of hotels and hostels available to suit all budgets. **Transport:** Getting around Stockholm is very convenient. The public transport system is efficient, clean, and easy to navigate. I mainly used buses and the metro, which were both reliable and timely. **People:** The locals are very kind and helpful. I always felt welcome and had no trouble asking for directions or recommendations. **Itinerary:** I spent my days exploring the city, visiting museums, and enjoying local cafes and restaurants. I also made time for some shopping and leisurely walks in the parks. Overall, Stockholm is a beautiful city with a rich cultural heritage and a welcoming atmosphere. I had a wonderful time and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable travel experience.

Posted: July 27, 2024Experienced: April, 2024
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Solo travel experience

I felt mostly safe in the city, everyone was respectfull and peacefull. Even alone at night, the streets were quite empty but mostly well lighted and didn't had any problems as a solo traveler. I went tobars alome as well again, a simple no was enough to keep the umwanted attention away. It's an expensive city so I mainly ait from the supermarket. Bu the bar Stampen in Gamla Stan was quite nice (expensive though). Bartenders always kept my stuff and drink safe when I went to bathroom etc. I stayed in a hostel room of 12 people and almost all of them were men so next time I would choose a smaller room and maybe an all female but still I haven't had any issues.

Posted: May 5, 2024Experienced: February, 2024
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Is Stockholm worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 29 experiences

Yağmur

Yağmur

Estonia

Solo travel experience

Sea, lake, river, ocean and forests give me peace. Stockholm has a very beautiful sea and I liked it very much. Even though the weather was not very hot when I went, I had a wonderful time. I met a Mexican photographer. Thanks to him, I shot with a professional camera and we chatted. I liked it very much and I want to go again. Because there are still so many things, museums and events I want to do, experience and see. it is a wonderful city.

Posted: July 11, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Weronika

Weronika (23)

Poland

Group travel experience

I loved my experience in Stockholm. People were very kind and helpful. We explored the city and got to see how locals live. We visited a lot of museums, such as Nordic - it was a great experience. We went to the library and explored Vasa got us really excited! Overall recommend

Posted: June 22, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Asa

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