Is Ankara Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Ankara

Safety rating

Safe
3.6 /5

Women living in Ankara consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.3 /5

Women living in Ankara consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.3 out of 5.

Violence rating

6%

On average 6% percentage of women in Turkey 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 72 experiences

Safety rating:

3.6/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.8/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.3/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.6/5A bit worried

How safe is Ankara?

It’s safe place. People usually thinks Turkey is not safe place but this is not true. The maximum thing will be the looking at you but not a weird way because they don’t used to see foreigners they look at you just for 3-4 seconds and they are going to do whatever they do

Posted: March 27, 2025
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Ankara is a generally safe place to live and travel. It is really easy to use public transportation also. It is not usual that you can experience sexual harassment in Ankara. But you have to be safe in the nights especially in dangerous neighborhoods

Posted: March 27, 2025
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As someone living in Ankara, I’d say the city is generally safe, especially in central areas like Kızılay, Çankaya, and Bahçelievler. Public transportation is reliable, and there’s a visible police presence in busy districts. However, like any major city, there are areas that feel less secure, especially late at night. I usually stay cautious in quieter streets and avoid isolated places after dark.

Posted: March 16, 2025
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Nur

Nur

I wouldn't say it's a dangerous city, but you still need to be careful. The probability of something happening to you is low, but not impossible. Just like the rest of the world. People are helpful. Public transportation is safe. Police are usually always present in crowded places.

Posted: March 3, 2025
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Gamze

Gamze

Its better than some cities but could be better. In turkey it is not easy to live as a women but it is hard all over the world. You have to take care of yourself during your travels and need to be careful in your accomodation choice.

Posted: February 25, 2025
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Emine

Emine

I think Ankara is mostly a safe city. It may not be the safest but it definitely depends on which town you are in. Some neighbourhoods may be dangerous for women. If you are not alone, that's fine. If you are travelling alone, make sure you carry something in case you need to protect yourself.

Posted: February 12, 2025
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Ankara is the city of my dreams and I think it's the safest city in the country. That's why I love living here. It's great to stroll around and discover new places here. Moreover, Atatürk is here too, and this makes me feel at home. That's why I love Ankara.

Posted: February 7, 2025
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I would say some places in Ankara are pretty safe in daylight,but places such as Mamak,Keçiören,Sincan might not be that safe considering my experiences. Nothing particular has happened to me but I can say I dont feel super safe in these districts. Moreover,when it gets dark I dont ever feel safe I m guessing any women feel this way :(

Posted: February 6, 2025
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Depends mostly on the district you are staying. As long as you are not in a bad district, you will have no problem. Places to avoid: * Çinçin(gultepe district), Mamak, not very safe, sociocultural level is very low *ulus (at nights, there will be a drunk crowd for pavyons(different kind of night club)) *kaleiçi (only at nights, in day time it is safe , you can see the ankara castle)

Posted: February 6, 2025
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Honestly it depends on which part of Ankara you're visiting and what time it is. I would say Çankaya is the safest place overall but it also varies in its own. I wouldn't recommend going to Ulus or Sıhhiye past 6pm.

Posted: February 5, 2025
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Is Ankara worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 21 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Ankara is a beautiful city but i think its a little bit boring. Anıtkabir was a must seen place i think my experience was really emotional. Tunalı was a good place. I tried cocktails at pint and they were delicious

Posted: August 26, 2024Experienced: July, 2024
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Solo travel

The city was amazing and beautiful and the people were friendly with tourists. I reserved a really cheap hotel because I had little budget, but despite the prices it was really great and I also met a new friend, that by my solo trip, I think that was amazing;)

Posted: April 19, 2024
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Meet locals in Ankara

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Gülcenur

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Eylül

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Safety in Turkey

Frequently asked questions

Is Ankara safe?

Women living in Ankara consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

Is Ankara safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Ankara consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Ankara?

Women living in Ankara consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Ankara?

Women living in Ankara consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Ankara?

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

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

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Ankara?

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Ankara?

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Ankara consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.