Is Santa Barbara Safe for Women? Crime in Santa Barbara

Safety index

Safe
3.8 /5

The safety level in Santa Barbara is considered high, with an overall safety index of 3.8 out of 5.

Crime index

Very Low
1 /5

The crime rate in Santa Barbara is considered very low, with an overall crime index of 1 out of 5.

Violence index

13.9%

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.

Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 3 reviews

Safety index:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.7/5Safe

Crime index:

1/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

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

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How safe is Santa Barbara for women?

Quinisha

Quinisha

Safe, family friendly, easy to get around by walking, bike, or bus. I live in a neighborhood close to the beach. My neighbors are always willing to help with whatever I need. I'm close to gas station, convenience store, etc.

Posted: August 12, 2024
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Santa Barbara is a very touristy area, so generally pretty safe. Like everywhere in the world there are some more 'sketchy' areas, but I would never say that I have felt incredibly unsafe. There's good nightlife and many people (especially on state street) that will get involved if they see any kind of harassment.

Posted: July 21, 2024
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Santa Barba is like most places, be alert of your surroundings. The homeless problem has gotten worse recently and State St by the Marshall's is a hub for catcallers and people who may follow you. If you walk when there are still people around, it's relatively safe and people will let you walk with them. The rest of Santa Barbara (not Isla Vista) is very safe, just stay aware of your surroundings.

Posted: April 6, 2024
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Meet locals in Santa Barbara

Dottie

Dottie

About Me

I love to travel and have mostly been doing cruises. I'm a non-smoker, don't snore and love to walk, hike, go to museums and sketch.

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