Women living in Bristol consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.
Women living in Bristol consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
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.
Based on 16 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.6/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 4.1/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.6/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.6/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Vinny
Bristol is overall a really cool and safe place but it definitely has its tougher spots. I’ve never had any trouble when walking alone but I will always try and uber or cycle to avoid long distances outside in the dark. The theft rate is on the up similar to London. Phones being snatched and bikes being stolen are a daily occurrence. I will say though when you stay in the safe areas and on main roads you are completely fine. Bristol is full of lush people and is a vibrant city to explore for a couple of nights. Just keep an eye on your things.
Posted: July 15, 2025Bristol is a safe city for most parts. I never really faced any incidents of physical or verbal harassment or threat from anyone irrespective of the mode of transport, time or place. But it's always advisable to be careful when you are traveling in the dark alleys after dark.
Posted: May 5, 2025Shannon
This is a small, rural community. I do not lock my doors and leave my keys in my car. Crime is very low. This is the least populated county in Florida. It is very quiet and peaceful here. I have lived here all my life.
Posted: February 20, 2025Kimmie
Bristol is a city of roughly 500,000. Largest city in the south West of England, second largest city in southern England after London with an alternative vibe. Young population due to two universities, large overseas student population. Due to this I generally feel quite safe in Bristol. Like most UK cities, at the weekends at night it can get rowdy but on the whole is a fairly safe city for woman to explore. Same safety rules as other places, don't flash expensive things, don't walk around at night if you don't know your way or are obviously drunk. People generally help each other out here and are decent.
Posted: February 16, 2025Sophie
Bristol is relatively safe in the daytime, however I am a bit wary at night, especially since I work in town! It’s always a good idea to walk with someone else in Bristol to maintain safety! In my experience night clubs are relatively safe too, bouncers always look out for you !
Posted: February 3, 2025Clifton village is LOVELY! I’m staying in saint Paul’s area which is a little sketchy but more “alternative” I wouldn’t recommend this area at night time But it’s really close to the bus station and to walk downtown. I felt safe but just be aware
Posted: September 15, 2024