Is Basel Safe for Women? Crime Rate & Safety Index

Safety index

Safe
4.4 /5

The safety level in Basel is considered high, with an overall safety index of 4.4 out of 5.

Crime rate

Low
1.5 /5

The crime rate in Basel is considered low, with an overall crime index of 1.5 out of 5.

Violence index

14.1%

On average 14.1% percentage of women in Switzerland 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 11 experiences

Safety index:

4.4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.2/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.5/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1/5Not 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:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Basel?

Basel is statistically as far as I know the Most dangerous city in switzerland. It should be considered that switzerland overall is fairly safe. Around the dreirosenbrücke at night and also on the kleinbasel-side during the day sometimes it can be a strange atmosphere and it is said to be a more dangerous place. But not to give a wrong impression: I mostly feel safe and move around Town without bigger concerns. At night I amalwqys more concious in a bigger city and the normal amount of weirdness is found in basel.

Posted: September 26, 2024
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Basel is overall a very safe city. I would recommend not walking alone around dark in some areas but other than that. I have had no problems in Basel. The people are kind and during the day I have never felt uncomfortable or worried.

Posted: August 31, 2024
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Basel is very safe place where you can walk in the dark with no risk. This city is very comfortable and transport access is safe and perfect. Despite there are many nationalities you feel safe everywhere.

Posted: July 5, 2024
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Delia

Delia

Basel is very safe. There are few exceptions were I wouldn‘t walk alone at night in the dark, but I think that‘s common sense. Otherwise really no worries, you can even leave your phone on the table and probably nothing will happen (although I wouldn‘t risk it).

Posted: June 15, 2024
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During daylight it feels really safe to be alone on the streets. The only problem is that there are few men who may try to verbally harass you if they find you by yourself sitting on a park/bench/corner, but you just have to be clear and serious and there is someone always around. At night everybody is at home so this makes me feel a bit nervous of the dark streets but nothing has happened

Posted: May 30, 2024
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It‘s a big city, so I would say as every big city it has places that are safer than other. In the more popular ones it‘s often a lot of police around which makes it really safe also as a woman alone, but I wouldn‘t walk alone around at night.

Posted: May 18, 2024
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Basel is a very safe city just like the rest of Switzerland. Some neighborhoods can appear a bit lost, but in general its a fairly safe place to walk home at night. Public transportation is awsome and also available after midnight.

Posted: May 10, 2024
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Born and raised in Basel and never experienced any dangerous situations. Me and many female friends walk home at night by ourselves, comfortably taking the public transportation at any time. Bc Basel is a small city, if still anything happens police stations and hospitals are very closed by.

Posted: March 19, 2024
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Lotte

Lotte

Basel is during colder months mostly quiet and during summer busy with outdoor events. Some areas are a bit shadier than others, such as Messeplatz late at night. Otherwise there are fairly any issues and such as in any crowded places, guard your belongings and you will be safe.

Posted: February 21, 2024
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Is Basel worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.2 /5

based on 6 experiences from female travelers

Khanyisa

Khanyisa

Netherlands

Couple travel

We were in Basel for 2 days. Found the place to be expensive especially based on the foreign exchange rate...but we felt safe and loved the free public transport...it rained a lot but we still managed to walk the city..

Posted: August 29, 2024Experienced: November, 2023
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Beyza

Beyza

Turkey

Family travel

It was safe. Nature was very beautiful. But everything was very expensive. It’s impossible to drink coffee or eat out. Swimming in Rhine is very enjoyable. As long as you do free activities, Basel is very nice. Hiking in nature, definitely go to Well am Rhein

Posted: July 24, 2024
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Meet locals in Basel

Lilly

Lilly

About Me

Hi! My Name is Lilly and I'm a design student living in Basel. I love animals, museums, pasteries, arts mubi (haha) and exploring. Being in new places, learning new things and being spontaneous really is one of my keys to happiness. So I'm happy about new oppertunities with this app. Ask me anything if you want to know more <3

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Patricija

Patricija

About Me

Hey, I am Patricija and I like to wonder around. What I enjoy the most is food and unexpected encounters. Originally I am from Croatia and grew up in Germany. In Switzerland I work as a theatre director.

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Safety in Switzerland

Frequently asked questions

Is Basel safe?

The safety level in Basel is considered high, with an overall safety index of 4.4 out of 5.

Is Basel safe to walk alone at night?

Walking alone at night in Basel is considered moderately safe, with an overall safety index of 3.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Basel?

Using public transport in Basel is considered safe, with an overall safety index of 4.2 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Basel?

The crime rate in Basel is considered low, with an overall crime index of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Basel?

Risk of being sexually harassed in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1.2 out of 5

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

Risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Basel?

Risk of being physically attacked in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Basel?

Risk of burglary in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Basel?

Risk of being mugged or robbed in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

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

Risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Basel is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5