Is Gold Coast safe for solo female travelers?

Gold Coast generally offers a safe environment for solo female travelers. Numerous tourist facilities and well-structured public transportation are available which makes moving around less stressful. Additionally, locals are quite friendly and helpful. However, like any other city, it's important to stay vigilant especially during night time and in less crowded areas.

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How safe is Gold Coast for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.1 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

I solo travelled to the Gold Coast alone for 10 months. It is a place I love so much and really enjoyed. I never felt unsafe there. Never had problems walking around alone at night, although it’s something I don’t recommend. People there are very friendly and easy to come in contact with. Going to the beach is a must! Burleigh beach, Tallebudgera Creek and Rainbow bay are my favorites! Watching the sunsets and sunrises while sitting at the beach is just incredible. For food I recommend Paddock’s bakery and Helen’s Heavenly Wholefoods cafe for the best açaí bowls! To get around buses work great, get a go kart as soon as you get there. Safe travels❤️!

Posted: January 16, 2024
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Aysin

Aysin

Australia

Solo travel

Hello everyone!🤗 I loved the gold coast. The sunrises and sunsets are amazing.🌞 There are many places to explore. 🔍 Nature is wonderful. 🏝️Waterfalls and hidden places in nature were my favorites.⛰️🗺️🦘🐬🍃🌈✨ I definitely recommend you visit here.🫶🏼

Posted: November 2, 2023
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How safe is Gold Coast for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 13 local experiences

Local crime index

1.5 /5

Based on 13 local experiences

Breanna

Breanna

I’ve always felt safe as a woman on the Gold Coast—whether walking my dog, heading to the beach, or using public transport. The areas I frequent, like Burleigh and Broadbeach, are well-lit and usually busy enough to feel comfortable, even in the evenings. I still take the usual precautions, but overall it’s been a really positive experience.

Posted: July 24, 2025
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Living on the Gold Coast makes me feel very safe and comfortable. The friendly community, beautiful beaches, and well-maintained public spaces create a secure environment where I feel at ease every day

Posted: July 16, 2025
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Nicole

Nicole

Would say in general it’s a safe place but certain areas like the party strip in Surfers can feel more unsafe at night particularly around the early hours of the morning. But general busy areas like pacific fair, Robina town centre, the casino etc. feel safe as a woman. Sometimes train stations can have the odd strange person that could make you uncomfortable but best to keep distance and avoid speaking to them and you’re fine.

Posted: February 9, 2025
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Gold Coast is really safe. I've been living here for the last seven years and I never had any issues. It's a beautiful and safe city for women to feel secure when walking alone, especially at night time.

Posted: February 2, 2025
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The gold coast whilst being a famous tourist destinations houses a lot of people under the influence of drugs, as well as many homeless people which can cause a safety concern for people, especially women

Posted: January 5, 2025
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