Is London Safe for Women?

London is safe but there are sketchy areas. It better to not walk around alone after dark, especially after a night out. There are people that would pickpocket you so be smart with your bags and belongings. If someone looks weird - trust your instincts

Usually well lit and lots of people around to keep you safe. The only thing I would really worry about is your phone getting snatched, and unfortunately the police aren’t very reliable. However, I have never feared for my life.

Generally safe - mainly beware of petty theft (particularly phone snatching) You should typically be safe if general precautions are made (keeping phone charged, knowing route home etc) Most central areas are safe at any time of night but i would not go alone at night as a woman into some of the suburbs (eg Brixton, Croydon etc)

London is as safe as you make it, local crime goes up and up but honestly there’s lots of people around always and great avenues to get things done if you need to. So it’s safe in my eyes, I haven’t ever seen anything and I’ve lived here for 23 years :)

There are certain areas that are not very safe and I wouldn't be out very late in most areas in London unless you are with a group. There's pickpockets everywhere especially in central so be careful with your items

Solo travel

I love London, and I’ve been there multiple times, both alone and with my family. I was 15 when I was in London alone for the first time. I stayed with some family, but I was mostly out alone. I feel safe walking around and haven’t had any uncomfortable experiences ‘yet’. I have mostly stayed around Pimlico, Knightsbridge or in Mayfair, love them all and feel safe. The people are relatively nice and open. The food is good and you can find all kind of foods and drinks, the prices are maybe a bit pricey though.