Is Cardiff Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Moderate
3.4 /5

On average women living in Cardiff raises moderate concerns about women's safety. Based on collected reviews Cardiff has a safety index of 3.4.

Crime rating

Very Low
1 /5

On average women living in Cardiff raises low concerns about crime and violence against women. Based on collected reviews Cardiff has a crime index of 1.

Violence against women

12.3%

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.

Safety statistics

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.3/5
Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

3.7/5
Safe

Crime rates statistics

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.1/5
Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1/5
Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.1/5
Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5
Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.1/5
Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5
Not at all worried

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How safe is Cardiff?

Sammie

Sammie

Cardiff is a great place to visit, friendly people and happy to help. It’s a safe place overall, but like any other town/city, just be a bit careful at night or near clubs etc make sure you’re in the public

Posted: April 10, 2024
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I had lived there for 3 years for my studies and felt pretty safe. I felt very safe during the day. However, I was always careful when walking around the city late in the night, especially when most of the public weren't around and it was just random drunkards on the streets. I tried to avoid certain alleyways during the night as well. Otherwise, I would say it's a safe city for solo female travellers.

Posted: March 27, 2024
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Cardiff city centre feels very safe with many people always around. Although some streets outside the centre can feel more unsafe walking alone at night. I’d suggest following main roads with street lights and walking with others when possible outside the centre.

Posted: March 1, 2024
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Is Cardiff worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.9 /5

based on 3 experiences

Solo travel experience

I visited Wales for the first time this year. I only managed to see Cardiff, but I liked this city much more than I expected. I was also shocked at how affordable prices were there compared to many other places, especially considering that I came from London.

Posted: June 8, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Emily

Emily

About Me

Hi I’m Emily! I have recently begun my journey as a solo traveller, I’m friendly and open-minded, looking forward to meet people around the world and experience different cultures. I would love to meet up for a coffee sometime or explore places together!

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Sammie

Sammie

About Me

I am going solo for the first time as I really want to explore parts of Spain. I love outdoor activities including paddle boarding, snorkelling, etc

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