Is Glasgow Safe for Women? Crime Rate & Safety Index

Safety index

Safe
3.7 /5

The safety level in Glasgow is considered high, with an overall safety index of 3.7 out of 5.

Crime rate

Very Low
1.5 /5

The crime rate in Glasgow is considered low, with an overall crime index of 1.5 out of 5.

Violence index

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.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 12 experiences

Safety index:

3.7/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.2/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4.3/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.5/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Glasgow?

Hamnah

Hamnah

Pretty safe, never had any issues all my life living here. However you do need to be careful in certain impoverished areas as there obviously tends to be more crime. I live in the southside and once again never had any issues besides the odd break in to a house or robbery. Obviously don’t make eye contact with the crazies or crackheads. Never had an issue in city centre and I’ve been out until 2/3am. As a woman, never been sexually harassed or threatened in that sense. However I know other people may have had different experiences.

Posted: October 2, 2024
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Anna

Anna

The city is very safe in daylight. During weekdays very late at night the mood changes in city centre, so I wouldn’t walk alone there as you may find issues happening. Weekends are ok, as lot of people go out partying and the streets are very busy.

Posted: September 1, 2024
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Michelle

Michelle

Glasgow varies in terms of safety. There’s a rumour about how you shouldn’t walk around at night because of the gangsters but that’s not true. There are plenty of people walking about at night. The most safest locations would be the west end of Glasgow. The city centre can be chaotic and some part of the south and east end can be a little concerning to walk on your own but it is generally fine.

Posted: August 6, 2024
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Daniella

Daniella

Glasgow is relatively safe. People usually are friendly and mind their own business but there are still a lot of rough people in Glasgow like any place. There's good and bad everywhere. Police are always around the city centre and staff on public transport. There's security in stores and other places so if anything happens they will be your first point of contact. Walking around alone at night is safe, but depending on which area.

Posted: July 7, 2024
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Christa

Christa

Like most places in Scotland, generally Glasgow is quite safe, people may be a bit rowdy in the evenings on the weekends after a few drinks but are not generally violent. I feel safe taking public transport and walking, even alone at night.

Posted: July 5, 2024
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In general I feel safe but there are a lot of drunk and drug addicts and homeless people around, I wouldn't advise to go in parks after dark or use small side streets. Keep belongings also with you just in case.

Posted: June 23, 2024
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Glasgow is a pretty safe city but the nightlife can be erratic and crazy. Never a dull moment and occasionally you can get forced to interact work drunk or drugged up people and kea pretty disturbing.

Posted: June 1, 2024
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Glasgow is where people are loud and cheerful, which can be mistaken for dangerous. In my opinion and experience it is as safe as any other city in Europe (for example). I have never had a serious safety issue in Glasgow.

Posted: May 15, 2024
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Laura

Laura

Some parts of the city feel safe to walk alone at night and during the day. I'd avoid areas around central station if possible, especially at night. The west end of the city is generally safe although some green spaces have poor lighting so would avoid after dark. Generally feel safe but take the usual precautions when travelling around alone.

Posted: April 15, 2024
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As a girl I am always wary of walking around anywhere myself once it’s dark, but I feel totally safe walking about Glasgow during the day myself, and would walk about myself at night if I stuck to lit and busy streets! People in Glasgow are generally very friendly and always happy to help if you need it!

Posted: April 2, 2024
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Is Glasgow worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.8 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Glasgow has a wonderful cathedral. Never seen something more beautiful. You definitely need to visit . As I know they have choir singing in the evening Food is terrible but that’s typical for the uk

Posted: May 16, 2024
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Solo travel

Loving Glasgow so far. Here travelling for 5 months and enjoying every bit of it. I have been to Edinburgh, Inverness, Lovh Ness and a few other places in the Highlands so far and looking to travel some more in the next few days

Posted: February 5, 2024
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Safety in United Kingdom

Frequently asked questions

Is Glasgow safe?

The safety level in Glasgow is considered high, with an overall safety index of 3.7 out of 5.

Is Glasgow safe to walk alone at night?

Walking alone at night in Glasgow is considered moderately safe, with an overall safety index of 3.2 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Glasgow?

Using public transport in Glasgow is considered safe, with an overall safety index of 4.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Glasgow?

The crime rate in Glasgow is considered low, with an overall crime index of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Glasgow?

Risk of being sexually harassed in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Glasgow?

Risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1.1 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Glasgow?

Risk of being physically attacked in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Glasgow?

Risk of burglary in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Glasgow?

Risk of being mugged or robbed in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Glasgow?

Risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Glasgow is considered very low, with an overall risk index of 1 out of 5