The safety level in Zurich is considered to be very high, with an overall safety index of 4.7.
The crime rate in Zurich is considered to be very low, with an overall crime index of 1.2.
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.
Safety index: | 4.7/5 | Very Safe | |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.5/5 | Safe | |
Safety using public transport: | 4.6/5 | Very Safe | |
Crime index: | 1.2/5 | Very Low | |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Irina
I grew up in towns and cities close to the city center. I've had my fair share of drunk nights, walking home through dark streets or having to wait an hour by the train station. Always feeling safe. Most times if you lose your belongings somewhere, they will get returned to you. People usually keep to themselves
Posted: July 14, 2024I’ve never felt safer in a city than in Zurich. The only street we’re I’m a bit worried sometimes at night is Langstrasse, the party street. But even there me and my friends never actually experienced harassment.
Posted: July 9, 2024It’s generally a very safe city to live in! The criminal level is also really low and I don’t remember being scared walking in the dark at night. As girls, you really don’t have to worry about your safety. That being said, occasionally it happens that some guys are catcalling you
Posted: July 4, 2024It is safe. It's calm. A good city to visit. There is lots to do, but it's a small city. There is also a lot of nature close to the city. Public transport is expensive but excellent. Food is also on, but expensive to eat out in a restaurant.
Posted: June 29, 2024I've always felt safe in the city compared to any other city I've lived in. There is a good presence of police throughout the city and public transportation There of course some crime. But not so common-occuring or severe. I feel safer here walking in the evening than I do in another city like Brussels. Based off of my own experience.
Posted: June 24, 2024I think it's pretty average. I feel mostly safe at night, just be sure to go clubbing with a group that checks on each other. The train station "Zürich HB" is definitely safer than other stations in Switzerland.
Posted: June 16, 2024I used to live in Zurich for 6 years and I still go to Zurich every week. It’s very safe in the city. But try to avoid Langstrasse late at night. Nothing has ever happened to me. But someone told me that he (yes, a tall big man) got attracted by some drunk people there and he was robbed.
Posted: June 12, 2024Lola
Super safe. The safest city I have ever lived. Coming from Mexico is something I appreciate the most from here. And if you happen to loose something in public transportation or streets, there is a big chance you will get it back
Posted: June 6, 2024Zurich is very safe and its ok to walk around at night. Also as a woman. Very rarely it can happen that someone gets robbed. This usually happens in clubs or in busy areas. But this doesnt happen a lot.
Posted: May 26, 2024Zurich is a place where you can feel relaxed. Enjoy your time there, even after dark. Use public transport (tram, bus, train) even at night. In its area 8004 you might have to take a bit more attention. But even there i would just expect a robbery.
Posted: May 15, 2024Based on 10 experiences
I came to Zürich for work but stayed on a couple of days to get to know the city. The public transportation is fantastic and downtown is very slick while also having plenty of places to gather and be. It's expensive as would be expected. I felt safe in the areas I visited. People are generally very helpful if asked about life here and how to navigate.
Posted: May 21, 2024Experienced: April, 2024Switzerland as a whole is very safe as I'm sure most will say. Never felt unsafe as I traveled through the country though I was with a group part of the time. We stayed at a hotel NW of the city center which was quite nice except for the inability to eat your own food in the main lobby/downstairs area as it is a space intended for their cafe/restaurant customers. So if you have a snack you are enjoying on the go, eat it while still on the go or in the room. There was no air conditioning in the room but because the weather was still cool, that was not a problem. Be prepared to spend when you come to Zurich/ Switzerland, as food is not cheap. I would recommend using the Too Good To Go app to grab more affordable food options that are to go / snacks / or to eat in a park if you want to have a low spend day. The country as a whole is very polite, friendly, clean, and efficient. Most memorable is the beauty of Switzerland. It's like an unscathed gem in a world tarnished by hatred and war in its history.
Posted: April 22, 2024Experienced: October, 2023based on 10 experiences
Really beautiful city with beautiful nature landscapes of course. The center of Zurich feels like Europe and has a nice mix of history and architecture. But the real magic of the city is on the outskirts. Really recommend taking a car out to some of those beautiful nature spots and enjoying the real Switzerland
Posted: July 24, 2024Experienced: July, 2024Loesje
Netherlands
I advice - for 2/3 day visit, amazing the city is beautifull. - to bring your own food or at least part of it if thats possible since it is expensive. - Go to reihnfalls they are the biggest waterfalls of whole Europe. I took the train from Zurich to from train station near the falls it took 1hr. But the falls were 4 minute walk from the arrival station. Wich was pretty great! - the nightlife was on the other half a little calm so if your'e looking for that Zurich is not the place to be. - trains and busses were very clean and on time!
Posted: June 30, 2024Regula
Looking back happily on my now grown-up children, I occasionally explore “our crazy ball called Earth” on foot, by bike or sometimes by car. I have no expectations of you. I appreciate a dialogue or the narration of episodes in your life just as much as, for example, a silent evening. It would be great if I could accommodate you too; From May to the beginning of October I often stay in a caravan, which is parked on a natural lake in the agglomeration of the city of Zurich,
Irina
Hi everyone! Born and living ever since in Zurich. I want to explore a different side of travel, focusing more on hostels, couchsurfing etc. I love to meet up with new travel people - unfortunately can't host as I live with a man ;)