Is Abu Dhabi Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Abu Dhabi
Safety rating
Women living in Abu Dhabi consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Abu Dhabi consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1 out of 5.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 8 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.5/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.8/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.5/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 1/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1/5 | 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 |
Is Abu Dhabi safe for women?
Mikela
Abu dhabi has been on the list of safest places for women time and time again. I do a lot of moving around in taxis and I always feel safe. The only time I don't feel safe is if ons of the taxi drivers want to marry me.
Posted: October 16, 2024Abu Dhabi is generally safe but if being stared at by certain group of men can make you feel comfortable. This is especially true in industrial areas. Although I think that’s the most that they can do to you and it’s less likely you’ll get attacked or any other suchlike instances
Posted: July 29, 2024
Kat
Abu Dhabi is a very safe city, where women can have a good time without worries. It is however a conservative muslim country and people tend to dress a bit more modestly, especially inside malls (eg: no bikini or booty shorts).
Posted: July 10, 2024
Lea
Abu Dhabi is one of the safest city in the world. It’s a city where you could forget your wallet or phone in the mall food court, and you’re almost certain to find it where you left it or have it returned to you by someone intact. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and theft are uncommon. It’s generally safe for everyone to walk around late at night. Even public transportations has cameras so you’re safe even late nights.
Posted: July 4, 2024
Anne
Other than the random, very few, guys trying to take advantage of ladies enjoying a night out, Abu Dhabi is incredibly safe. It’s the safest city I’ve ever lived in for sure and I never feel worried when walking around no matter the time of day.
Posted: June 26, 2024Abu Dhabi is very safe for women. However there are a few rules to abide by like dress modestly (cover shoulders to knees), don't be alone with strange men, expect some stares. Night time is almost as safe as day time, there are supermarkets open 24/7.
Posted: June 4, 2024Meet locals in Abu Dhabi
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