Is London Safe for Women? Crime Rate in London

Safety rating

Safe
3.7 /5

Women living in London consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.8 /5

Women living in London consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

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 208 experiences

Safety rating:

3.7/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.2/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

4/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.8/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.5/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.2/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.6/5A bit worried

How safe is London?

Sunny

Sunny

London is mostly safe if you take precautions. Don’t walk around flaunting valuables. Don’t walk around alone at night. If you take precautions you should be fine. But if you don’t take precautions, you could be mugged or worse. Its like any other big city, pickpockets are in operation.

Posted: July 26, 2025
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Always keep an eye on your belongings in London especially in tube stations and populates areas as pickpockets and theft is fairly common. Being catcalled and followed has happened to myself a few times, with one guy in the London, W3 6LH area, insisting I get in his car and when I refused, he then followed me about two blocks before I went into a busy shop. There is usually police around or busy cafes you can go into if you feel unsafe. Use common sense and stay informed about where you are thinking of traveling to. Travel safe ladies.

Posted: July 13, 2025
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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, 2025
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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, 2025
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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
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Ellen

Ellen

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
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Is London worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.6 /5

based on 124 experiences from female travelers

Shani

Shani

United States

Solo travel

I had been to London before and done a lot of the touristy things and was only going to be there for two days (just a quick stop before heading to Scotland) so I stopped a couple of places I’ve always wanted to see like Abbey Rd., Studios. London is a very safe city for a woman traveling alone, I took public transportation everywhere…the tube, the train, buses, it’s all very safe for solo women! I even got lucky with amazingly beautiful weather!!

Posted: July 13, 2025
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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, 2024
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Safety in United Kingdom

Frequently asked questions

Is London safe?

Women living in London consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Is London safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in London consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in London?

Women living in London consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in London?

Women living in London consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in London?

Women living in London consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in London consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in London?

Women living in London consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.2 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in London?

Women living in London consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

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

Women living in London consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.7 out of 5.

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

Women living in London consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.