Is Australia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Australia is generally safe for solo female travelers. The country employs strict law enforcement and locals are known for their friendly attitude towards tourists. However, like any other place, certain common-sense precautions need to be taken, especially at night, such as not walking alone in deserted areas or parks. Wildlife encounters can also pose a threat since Australia is home to some of the world's most poisonous animals. Overall, with a bit of planning and vigilance, it can be a fantastic and safe destination for solo female travelers.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on 82 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.3 /5

Based on 226 experiences from local women

Australia is currently ranked #45 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Australia?

Safety at night:Safe

Australia is generally a safe place at night, as long as you maintain a common sense approach. Cities like Melbourne and Sydney have a vibrant nightlife that is heavily patrolled by police, making the main streets relatively safe. However, it's always wise to avoid isolated or poorly lit areas, and always be aware of your surroundings. Solo female travelers should consider using reputable transportation companies when traveling at night. Overall, the primary concern should be having a good awareness of the situation around you.

Public transportation:Safe

Australia's public transportation systems, including buses, trains, and trams, are widely recognized to be safe and convenient. While usual vigilance is always necessary, particularly during late-night travel, the majority of routes are well-lit, monitored, and serviced frequently. Authorities take safety and security seriously and there is generally a helpful culture among the commuters.

Street harassment:Low

Australia is generally a respectful and welcoming place with a prominently laid-back culture where street harassment isn't a widespread problem. However, like all places, there can be isolated incidents. Instances of street harassment vary from city to city, and also depend on the time of day and the area you are in. Overall, Australia prioritizes safety and respect but always be alert and aware of your surroundings as an individual traveler.

Petty crimes:Low

Australia is generally a safe country with low rates of petty crime. However, like in any other place in the world, there can be isolated incidents of pickpocketing or purse-snatching, particularly in crowded, tourist-heavy places. Travelers are advised to take basic precautions like keeping their belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings, especially in crowded places or at night. While Australia ranks well in terms of safety, it is always best to stay vigilant to avoid any possible petty crimes.

Is Australia worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 82 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.4/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

3.6/5

Airlie Beach, Solo travel

Very nice but small Great views, great tours. But needs to be planed with a good budget as the tours are a bit pricey Lots of mosquitos, sting season and wet season can change the plans a bit. Bus is 50 cents but if you don’t have a car 3 days is more than enough

Posted: January 16, 2025

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Sydney, Family travel

Loved Sydney. Although it was very busy!! Felt safe the city was just a bit congested. They had lots to do there and they had many food cuisine’s from around the world to eat !! I felt pretty safe and their was many chill activities to do. The beaches and weather were great 🤍

Posted: January 11, 2025

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Rose

Australia

Brisbane, Solo travel

-Brisbane is very safe, with low crime and good public spaces. - Diverse options, from local Australian dishes to international cuisine, with a strong café culture. - Rich arts scene, outdoor activities, and vibrant festivals. - Affordable options for accommodation, food, and public transport, with choices for all budgets.

Posted: January 6, 2025Experienced: January, 2025

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Gen

Australia

Sydney, Solo travel

If you are in Sydney in October you need to go see the whales, it is such an amazing experience! You can go to the Harbour and buy a ticket and go alone without any problem. Also don’t miss out on all the beaches Sydney has to offer (Bondi, Bronte, Coogee, Tamarama, Manly, etc). The beaches are also very safe but swim between the flags!!

Posted: January 5, 2025

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Giorgia

Italy

Australia, Solo travel

the cities are the safest place in the world except for the outback, Darwin and Alice Springs. things to do is explore the nature that this amazing country has to offer. Melbourne: I can recommend Fleet Rooftop Bar in, I was working there. Storyville, a club that is free if you work in hospitality, just show them your payslip at the entrance. Turbo 322, it’s a night club in a kitchen LMAO. Mixue has the cheapest ice cream. Brisbane: every wednesday in the southbank area there is a free market where you can get free food. a good night club is Ric’s. Sydney: take a ferry and go wherever you want, at night it’s amazing to see the opera theatre from the sea. Here are very famous hidden pubs. Darwin: I wouldn’t recommend to take the bus at night and walk alone. Darwin you can visit it in an hour, is very small but if you go there in the dry season, is full of backpackers and I had so much fun. I met the best people of my life here. Good to renew the working holiday visa. Everywhere: For groceries go to Aldi to save money. For cheap clothes go to Vinnies, second hand clothes but very good, you can also donate. K-Mart, has clothes and everything cheap. And DAISO Japan is the best.

Posted: January 4, 2025

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Australia, Solo travel

definitely felt safe but it’s also a huge country so you will probably find unsafe places (I heard bad things about alice springs but also never went there so I can’t say how unsafe you would feel there). Other then that I felt really safe and met loads of people who will try to help you if you need there help. Definitely recommend it to travel solo. Just be aware that it’s pretty expensive. But if you work there you will be fine

Posted: January 2, 2025

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Angèle

Netherlands

Australia, Solo travel

I mostly felt safe. Once in the evening I got out at a wrong busstop and had to walk really far in the dark. I saw a group of men walking on the sidewalk and I took a different turn and checked if they were just walking on and then did. Many people drink a lot there which is not my favourite company.

Posted: January 1, 2025Experienced: December, 2024

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Australia, Solo travel

Safe, Wonderful nature, Interesting international towns Food international Not cheap Nice Accommodations Good trains A lot of other travellers Nice weather You will find often people of your country

Posted: December 22, 2024

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charly1319

Austria

Perth, Family travel

My sister Toni & I had a great stay at Marie's place close to Scarborough beach. Awesome city with amazing people. Places to go to: Perth city center and harbour, Kings park, Fremantle, Scarborough, Rottnest island.

Posted: November 25, 2024Experienced: October, 2024

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Xixian

China

Tasmania, Solo travel

I feel safe! I rent a car and drove about 1250km, the east coast line is very blue, makes me feel like in Nice, France. I recommend lobster in Stanley, the most popular restaurant there. And I live in my car in camping place, there are so many free camp areas, with toilets or other facilities. It’s great to travel there alone, female friendly, I’d love go Australia every year!

Posted: November 17, 2024Experienced: September, 2024

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Is Australia safe for women?

Safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 226 local experiences

Crime index

2 /5

Based on 226 local experiences

Chiltern

it’s a very safe town, i am just generally a bit paranoid. everyone knows everyone, so when your there, so many people are willing to give rides or organise a way home so you won’t have to walk alone by yourself

Posted: January 22, 2025

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Sydney

Sydney is a big city which can get quite quiet at night, meaning there are less people around which can be scary. You may experience some minor harassment, but I am rarely worried about anything more serious than that. There are always guards you can be near on public transport and most people are quite receptive if you need to ask for help or assistance.

Posted: January 22, 2025

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