Is Lausanne Safe for Women? Crime & Safety Index

Safety index

Safe
4 /5

The safety level in Lausanne is considered high, with an overall safety index of 4 out of 5.

Crime index

Very Low
1 /5

The crime rate in Lausanne is considered very low, with an overall crime index of 1 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 6 experiences

Safety index:

4/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.3/5Safe

Crime index:

1/5Very Low

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 Lausanne?

Pretty safe. I never felt scared about being pushed or put in danger. I've only experienced catcalling when biking. Also be aware if your surroundings when walking at night in flon and riponne (the only place i'd consciously avoid at that time).

Posted: August 20, 2024
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Lausanne is a really safe city. I would recommend skipping the Riponne area in the dark, where there are a lot of drug addicts asking for money at the bus stops, and Rue de Genève during the night, where there is prostitution. Aside from that, the city is beautiful during the day and in my two years living there I haven't had any trouble at all.

Posted: July 24, 2024
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There are some places like "rue de Genève" or dake ways under the train station where it's better to not go late. Like everywhere, there are some bad people but in general it's safe. When you use the train late, there is a special police phone number for trains.

Posted: June 17, 2024
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Lausanne is very safe in the sense that it is a very good lit city. As everywhere in Switzerland, safety measures are high and as a woman, I do feel safe walking around Lausanne at all times. It is also a very beautiful city!

Posted: May 31, 2024
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Lausanne is generally speaking a very safe city. But like in all places there are neighborhoods that give a more spooky vibe and that I would not recommend visiting at night. They include La Borde, le Tunnel and La Riponne. Such places are known to be home to a lot of drug addicts.

Posted: March 21, 2024
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Lausanne is an overall safe city. During the day there’s nothing to be afraid of, for example never heard anyone that had been robbed in broad daylight. But during the night there’s some streets or even areas where it’s best to not be alone, for example rue de Genève, it’s the prostitution street. But even in one of those less safe areas it’s still ok mostly during the weekend as there’s night transports so more people also coming home. In general be careful and aware of your surroundings at night time.

Posted: February 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is Lausanne safe?

The safety level in Lausanne is considered high, with an overall safety index of 4 out of 5.

Is Lausanne safe to walk alone at night?

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

Is public transport safe in Lausanne?

Using public transport in Lausanne is considered safe, with an overall safety index of 4.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Lausanne?

The crime rate in Lausanne is considered very low, with an overall crime index of 1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Lausanne?

Risk of being sexually harassed in Lausanne 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 Lausanne?

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

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Lausanne?

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

What is the risk of burglary in Lausanne?

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

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

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

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

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