Is United Kingdom Safe for Women? Crime Rate in United Kingdom
Safety rating
Women living in United Kingdom consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in United Kingdom consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 12.3% percentage of women in United Kingdom 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 679 experiences
Safety rating: | 4/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.6/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.3/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.4/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is United Kingdom?
London
London im most places is safe but you really need to be aware of surroundings as things do happen on a regular basis. I have never personally had anything go wrong but a lot of my friends have, so do be wary
Posted: July 5, 2025London
If it’s after dark in a quiet area I usually get a taxi I would avoid public transport at antisocial hours if alone Phone theft is a big thing also in London I personally have not experienced anything bad and I’ve lived in London my whole life but it’s about being mindful of where you are and avoiding certain types of people and not engaging even if you want to be polite as safety is priority
Posted: July 3, 2025London
in london you have to be very vigilant - never leave a phone or wallet on the table, when walking with phone in your hand grip it, always look like you know where you are even if you don’t etc. if you take these precautions and trust your gut when to leave a situation or cross the road london can be very safe but it is a place you have to stay aware.
Posted: July 3, 2025
Ellen
London
London is a huge city so to generalise it is quite hard however as long as you stick to right areas, dont flash your wealth and don't go out late at night you will be alright. Stealing of phones and bags are the most common crimes.
Posted: July 3, 2025
Sharon
London
I’m currently travelling in London and I feel safe, however it’s a city and I always keep present and safe. Always take precautions as a woman to not be out walking too late and stay in open light areas.
Posted: July 2, 2025
Caitlin
Hampshire
This is as safe as it gets I think. I mean, sex crime is a risk always and everywhere, let’s face it. I was raped first time aged 16 by a rich white guy in a rich area of London. So I never take safety from that for granted. But youknow, on a global scale, this is a privileged first world country so the risks are not elevated from the base line of no woman/female presenting person is ever really safe.
Posted: July 2, 2025Is United Kingdom worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 287 experiences from female travelers
London, Solo travel
The city is intense — busy streets, iconic views at every corner, and a mix of cultures that makes you feel like you're everywhere and nowhere at once. Highlights? Walking along the South Bank at sunset, stumbling into cute bookshops in Soho, and the unbeatable people-watching in Camden. It’s not exactly a “restful” destination (bring good shoes and patience), but it’s definitely unforgettable.
Posted: July 3, 2025Experienced: June, 2024Northern Ireland, Solo travel
I liked it very much there. The nature is very beautiful and the human too. You can visit Giants Causeway and the Titanic Museum in Belfast is definitely worth a visit. The Nationalpark Connemara ist also very beautiful.
Posted: June 28, 2025Experienced: August, 2023Safety in United Kingdom
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