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

Make travel friends

Meet other female travelers, find travel buddies and stay with local women for free through hospitality exchange.
Download from App StoreDownload from Google Play
Get the Travel Ladies App

How safe is Australia for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.4 /5

based on 102 experiences from female travelers

Lou

Lou

France

Adelaide, Solo travel

Such a cool city!! Australia is actually the safest country i have ever felt in. I can walk alone, daylight or night time and feel safe. The CBD is very pretty and has a lot to offer to student life.

Posted: September 29, 2025
favorite_border 2
mode_comment 0
Isaïah

Isaïah

New Caledonia

Australia, Family travel

It was a great family adventure between girls. We can practically only move on foot. We even got lost outside the city center but it was incredible. Australians don't even pay attention to tourists in make your life

Posted: September 20, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Australia, Solo travel

I spent 6 months in Australia as a solo female backpacker. It was an amazing experience, I met so many people & made new friends:) I can highly recommend it! It’s a great place for solo travellers, you’ll never feel alone, there’s always someone who can help you:)

Posted: August 17, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Constance

Constance

France

Melbourne, Solo travel

Melbourne is a very nice city. People are lovely, I met a loooot of nice people. The city is safe, I've never felt worried there. Also transportation is very safe and good. I stayed there for 4 month and took the tram dayly without any issues there is a lot of student or people traveling so you can always find people for a trip outside the city.

Posted: July 27, 2025Experienced: June, 2023
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Gabby

Gabby

Australia

Melbourne, Group travel

I went to Melbourne for a concert with friends. Unfortunately due to my diet restrictions (gluten intolerant and lactose intolerant) a lot of the restaurants they wanted to go to were not an option for me. However, I was easily able to find places that accommodated my needs and the food was good. I ended up walking around alone a lot and it was so easy to get around. It was safe and I had so much fun. The attractions themselves in Melbourne are really great too. There are a lot of interesting and unique things to do as well as some things that even the locals do. It's a wonderful city to visit and I'm hoping to move there in the next few years!

Posted: July 15, 2025Experienced: September, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

How safe is Australia for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 318 local experiences

Local crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 318 local experiences

Hiba

Hiba

Sydney

I have been out at all times of night walking home on my own and nothing has happened however due to the big drinking culture I will say that I’ve definitely been assaulted in clubs and bars multiple times, particularly when I was younger. I would say 25+ women are safer than young women.

Posted: October 23, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Sydney

I’ve travelled around the world and Sydney’s one of the safest places for women. Locals are generally friendly and always willing to help. Still be vigilant but for the most part, it’s comfortable taking public transport late and walking in the dark.

Posted: October 21, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Sydney

Sydney feels really safe. There's a lot of people in the streets who're minding their own business. Also, there's a lot of security by bars and clubs to make sure everyone has a great time. Overall, i feel really safe in sydney

Posted: October 3, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Maria

Maria

Sydney

Australia has low level of criminal, I feel quite safe here. You can leave your belongings and it will be waiting for you. Most people are polite and helpful, mostly Australians. But you need to understand that in here a lot of emigration from different countries with different culture.

Posted: October 1, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Sophie

Sophie

Brisbane

Generally safe but need to take care in the inner city/Spring hill after dark due to drug abuse. Some areas are poorly lit (outside CBD). Some harrassment from men and teenage boys to be expected - generally comments.

Posted: September 30, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Safety in Australia