Women living in Philadelphia consider the safety level to be relatively low, with an overall safety rating of 2.2 out of 5.
Women living in Philadelphia consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
On average 13.9% percentage of women in United States have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 6 experiences
Safety rating: | 2.2/5 | Unsafe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 1.8/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.6/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.1/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Philadelphia has parts that are safer than others. It is important to keep an eye on your surroundings and avoid areas such as Kensington. Center City and Rittenhouse are beautiful and fairly safe areas.
Posted: August 25, 2024It really depends on where you are. Philadelphia has a lot of inequality, so the highest risk is always property theft--tourists should make sure their phones, money and wallets are secure when sightseeing or on public transit. Pickpocketing is certainly an issue, so don't tempt fate. As for personal safety, listen carefully to what you're told about what places to avoid traveling alone in after dark (the big risk, again, is mugging). Regarding other safety concerns, use the same precautions you would in any big city. Philadelphians can be great, but we also have a lot of poverty and a lot of disenfranchised, struggling people, so visitors should be careful about flaunting their wealth, especially if they alaoncomeacross
Posted: August 23, 2024Audrey
I live in West Philadelphia, an area accessible by a mix of modes of transport. Walking is generally safe but I would not recommend public transit later than about 10 pm. The only outright crime I have experienced here is having my car broken into.
Posted: June 6, 2024Philly is safe when you’re in the right areas and in the right times. Always best to go out in groups! Public transportation can be a pain during rush hour due to middle school and elementary school kids.
Posted: April 4, 2024It’s like any other city, just keep your wits about you and keep walking. Be aware of your surroundings, I wouldn’t talk to strangers unless necessary. As a woman I’d be extra cautious after dark in certain areas.
Posted: March 6, 2024Marli
Philadelphia is an amazing city. With that said we have crime, that can mostly be avoided with a “I’m from here and know where I’m going and what I am doing” attitude. When I walk alone at night I feel much safer if I have pepper spray on me. When walking with another woman, I feel pretty safe. Depending on what area of the city you are in things can feel safer or less safe, just like any other city.
Posted: February 20, 2024I traveled with two of my friends to Philadelphia last year And it was the first time we did couch surfing And some of the places we went to weren’t that safe but we did not had any bad encounters Since we did couch surfing (and the host was very generous) we did not really have to paid for food I will say that it’s not a city with a lot activities but there’s some of the places and things we did : - got to celebrate St Patrick at a very nice pub (1116 Walnut St) - saw a show at the Wells Fargo Center (3601 S Broad St) - great pizza at OG Pizza (2500 Frankford Ave) - Cute Market : Reading Terminal Market (1136 Arch St) - Independence National Historical Park with the Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell - and for The Rocky’s fan there’s a statue and the stairs (of the Philadelphia Museum of Art ; 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway)
Posted: April 8, 2024I spent a couple of weeks in Philadelphia during covid. I found the people incredibly friendly, even though we were all keeping our distance. I biked around the city using Indego bikes, which are super affordable by the hour. My favorite Italian food is in Philly.
Posted: June 30, 2023Stephanie
Just went to London for my birthday in November 2023, super excited to start more solo travels! Can’t decide between other parts of England, going to Scotland, or Australia next!
Elise
I mainly travel for food but my other favorite activities are exploring quieter city streets, taking local craft classes, and exploring museums!