Is Taiwan Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Taiwan
Safety rating
Women living in Taiwan consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.9 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Taiwan consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 19.8% percentage of women in Taiwan 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 73 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.9/5 | Very Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.8/5 | Very Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.9/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.2/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.2/5 | 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 |
How safe is Taiwan?
Zoe
Taipei
Taipei's super safe!! I've walked around until dawn a few times alone in the streets, felt completely fine. Men here aren't too threatening, some are a bit annoying but I've normally never worried they would physically attack me. Of course take note of the area you're in, but Da'an (Da'An Forest Park is super nice) and Xinyi are pretty safe.
Posted: March 7, 2025Kaohsiung
Very safe except traffic, the driver here is not very considerate 😭and not everywhere has sidewalks so be careful when you are a pedestrian 😞🚶➡️ Overall, Kaohsiung is a safe and friendly place!me and my friends have never been robbed or assaulted, you can put your Mac on Starbucks table and go to the bathroom for a while and nobody will steal it, so i think it’s quite safe here!
Posted: February 28, 2025
Cynthia
Taiwan
I was born and raised in Taiwan. It’s a really safe place to travel, and you feel safe staying on the streets late at night. There are also lots of convenience stores that are open 24 hours. Taiwan’s a little island country with beautiful mountains and is surrounded by the sea. Overall, it’s a great place to explore.
Posted: February 21, 2025
Walerka
Taiwan
TAIWAN IS THE BEST FOR REAL! I’ve never felt so safe in a foreign country the way I felt in Taiwan! Taiwanese people are the sweetest, kindest, warmest and the most helpful people I’ve ever met! Highly recommended 🥺💞
Posted: February 11, 2025
Sharon
Taipei
Taipei is quite a safe city for travelers. Pickpocket is rare. Even when you are walking alone at midnight, you don't have to worry about to be robbered. People only need to beware of traffic situation when crossing the streets, cause vehicles pass fast.
Posted: February 2, 2025
Chelsea
New Taipei City
Taipei and New Taipei City are both very safe for women! 🩷🫶🏻 (and for men) I’ve been living here my whole life and I could walk alone at 3am in the morning, knowing I’m gonna be safe without looking back. The streetlights are always on maybe this is one of the reason why I feel safe. Even though city people are busy and hustling people are kind if you have any questions.
Posted: February 1, 2025
Claire
New Taipei City
Very safe city, a lot of safe and easy to use public transportation. I often go out at night from 9 to midnight by myself and although the path I use has no people in it at the time, I feel safe. No city or area exempt of sexual predators or others, always be careful and aware of your surroundings despite being at a safe area.
Posted: January 31, 2025Taipei
It's one of the safest cities in the world, I didn't experience catcalling more than 2-3 times in 5 months. Overall, it's really safe for women. Men are more respectful than many other places. However if you're alone or going to a club etc. you should always remember the rules to protect yourself.
Posted: January 29, 2025
Yisi
Taipei
The safest place I know! I often go for runs in the middle of the night (2am) and I've never had any issues. I have lived in both Taipei and New Taipei, and both cities I've been super safe. If you need help you can always go to a convenience store, they are open 24h.
Posted: January 28, 2025
May
Taiwan
1. Keep your bag at the public area (McDonald, KFC), nobody take it. 2. If anyone drop up theirs valuable on the road, they will call you and return it back.
Posted: January 26, 2025Is Taiwan worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 37 experiences from female travelers
Vivi
Singapore
Taiwan, Solo travel
Toured around taiwan, not just taipei. I felt super safe even when strolling around at night! Taiwan is pretty convenient to get around too. The people are nice and the food is pretty nice and inexpensive.
Posted: March 8, 2025Experienced: September, 2024
Charlotte
Taiwan
Taipei, Solo travel
I felt really safe in Taipei, the weather was nice, and the food was delicious. I stayed at WoW Hostel in Ximending, it was cheap and the beds were good, with curtains and a lockers. It was sometimes a bit noisy but it is normal is this neither, I didn't mind. Staff was friendly too. Taipei is really great for museums and culture ! I loved it
Posted: December 13, 2024Experienced: October, 2024Meet locals in Taiwan
Zoe
About Me
Hi, I'm Zoe, a professional witch, artist, & writer!🦋 I know all the good secrets of Taipei. As the podcast host of Magic Theory 101, I love creating art & content with friends. When not traveling, I host parties & teach classes on energy work and Taiwanese folk magic. Hoping to connect with some international girlies! My favorite topics to talk about are queerness, any sort of folklore, whatever books you've been reading lately, and adventures & synchronicities. 🍀
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Currently I’m exchange student in Germany. I have only 6 months visa so I would like to use it efficiently
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