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 89 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:

2.5/5A 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:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.6/5A bit worried

How safe is Ankara?

Ankara is safe, especially touristic attractions. However, it is not a tourist city, it is capital because it is right in the middle and have the ministires and stuff. If you want to party, you can look at @ankaraforeigners, they usually have events. Party and drink in Tunalı, Bestekar. Stay in Kızılay, Bahçelievler, Tunalı. These are completely safe. Mamak, Kurtuluş are not safe 🩷

Posted: July 22, 2025
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The late hours can be dangerous but in general it is safe place, but depends on the locations definitely. You should be so careful at Kızılay because diversity of human is much there. It is centera place. If you are staying in safer environments you can stay after 12 too.

Posted: July 19, 2025
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Sıla

Sıla

I like Ankara and i feel fairly safe here although i'm outdoors all the time during whenever! But i usually only hangout around certain areas which i recommend are Bahçeli and Tunalı. Pretty safe i'd say. But other areas get progressively worse so be careful!

Posted: July 14, 2025
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Eda

Eda

It would not be a problem in the daytime at all but after the weather gets darker, i wouldn't be in the neighborhood of 'pavyon's alone. I do not think it also wouldnt be a problem if there is a man with you or your 2-3 girl group.

Posted: July 5, 2025
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Basically, I find the city quite safe because it’s not as chaotic as other as it is and even in crowded places, I said a lot of police officers, which makes me feel safe general rule as in all cities I would say after dark I do feel a little worried, but that might be my assumptions Just make sure not to use small district small streets after dark and overall will be safe public transportation is really comfortable and I have not yet had issue with it

Posted: July 1, 2025
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You do not need to worry in some areas in Ankara (like Bahçelievler, Çayyolu, Ayrancı) But i recommend you to always ask a local about when and with whom to visit some touristic places (like Ulus) Mostly there is no problem such as pick pocketing in Ankara. But catcalling is always a trouble in Türkiye. I believe this is another problem here, public transportation is not very developed, after late hours you may have to use taxi.

Posted: July 1, 2025
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Is Ankara worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.4 /5

based on 22 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Last weekend, I went on a spontaneous trip in Ankara. I started with a short walk in Kızılay, then sat at Kuğulu Park and watched the surroundings. I walked along Tunalı Hilmi Street and spent some time in cafés. The calm yet lively atmosphere of Ankara felt really good. Especially while walking through Atatürk Boulevard, I could feel the historical texture of the city. Even though it was an unplanned trip, it was a peaceful and enjoyable experience.

Posted: May 8, 2025Experienced: October, 2024
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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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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 moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.5 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 1.6 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.