Is Bristol Safe for Women? Crime in Bristol

Like all cities there are areas I wouldn't walk alone after dark, but generally it's busy, well lit, and safe to walk alone - I see lots of other women walking alone in the main parts of town so that's a good sign

Most of Bristol is very safe! As with any city, there are some areas that are a bit sketchier. Staying around Clifton and Redland is the safest and prettiest part. I've never been worried about walking home alone at night in those areas.

Bristol is safe but I would avoid walking after dark on your own. I know of a boy who got mugged around brandon hill at night when he was alone. However, during the day I have never felt unsafe. Overall it is good.

I often walk back quite late and have only been approached by men a handful of times and they get the message I'm not interested pretty quickly and leave me alone. There are certain nightclubs to avoid if you don't want to be touched in appropriately but generally on the streets I feel safe.

Certain areas are best avoided at night, particularly around Broadmead and the business district, particularly isolated streets. Generally quite a high student population in the more popular areas to go out means it's reasonably busy at most times of an evening.

Bristol is a lovely place with lots of events happening during the week (especially as it’s now spring and going into summer!) I love going to music events here especially. I only moved here a few months ago and have felt safe and enjoyed my time lots!

Apart from the city center and some of the areas, Bristol is mostly a safe place. You don't need to worry about anything , if you would like to visit the countryside and the greenbelt.Peoples are really kind and helpful here.

Bristol safe place to travel living wise. I like Bristol I live here long time you can enjoy when ever you travel bristol. Multi cultural living bristol. Here many years I’m living I don’t have any issue I fell safe my self living bristol

Bristol is a safe and friendly town. Like any city there is risk of theft, especially after dark but I would happily walk the dark cycle paths late at night no issues. Almost all the pubs and bars have anti-harassment policies ie "ask for Angela"

Solo travel

Clifton 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

Group travel

I visited Bristol almost two years ago. I organized my trip through an agency and attended a school, traveling in a group with my friends. I felt almost always safe, even when walking alone. From the first day, I was always out and about, occasionally returning to my host mom's place. I explored everything, from churches to huge green parks, museums to shops. Being my first time in the UK, I couldn't resist entering any store. Bristol's main street is full of little shops, and I will never forget the four-story Primark, which wasn't in Italy at the time. Once you understand the bus directions, getting around is easy, and the people around are very helpful. Tip: if you get on a bus, sit down immediately; it's not like in Italy where you can stand. I got scolded a few times. Get familiar with the upper deck; it's a unique experience. Don't forget that the direction of travel is reversed, so be careful when crossing the street. Watch out for seagulls; they brought me keys, meaning they steal everything XD (not that it wasn't known). I highly recommend seeing the suspension bridge and exploring Bristol on foot. If you're energetic, wake up in the morning and join the English for a nice morning run or, better yet, join them in group sports activities. For an Italian, the food is a drama everywhere. I was unlucky to have a host mom with back pain who served me potatoes and meat throughout my stay. However, I often went out to eat with my friends. Don't miss out on Five Guys and Starbucks, but above all, try the famous Fish and Chips; you won't regret it. To save money, I went to Subway most of the time because I didn't have much time going to school. Absolutely play Mini Golf and enter the arcades; you'll have a blast. I stayed for 2 weeks (15 days) on a budget of €2000. But we have to consider that I was with an agency, in a group, and attending a private school. Museums and transportation were "free." My host mom warned me about places where it was better not to go alone, but they were only in distant suburbs. If I could, I would gladly go back.