Is Townsville safe for solo female travelers?

Townsville is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. Like any other city, precautions should be taken especially during the night and in less crowded areas. However, locals are usually friendly. Serious crimes are relatively low but petty crimes like pickpocketing or bag snatching can occur. Public places are well-lit and well-patrolled by police.

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How safe is Townsville for solo female travelers?

How safe is Townsville for women?

High youth crime rates. Mostly break and enter & car theft crime. Some opportunistic crime against women. Police helicopter, PoliceLink, local police enforcement and neighbourhood watch groups active in the area.

Posted: January 12, 2025
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Pretty safe. I wouldn't walk at night around though. Mainly kids stealing cars. Lock your doors and hide you car keys at night. Also lock your car doors when driving. Other than that, Australia is pretty safe

Posted: November 1, 2024
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Hospitality Exchange in Townsville

Han

Han

Townsville

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Hi! My name is Hannah. I am 23 years old and live by myself with four cats. I’m a support worker and work around 70 hours a fortnight so you’ll have the house to yourself heaps. I live a pretty quiet life, I like to exercise, cook, read and watch TV. I also like fashion, politics and feminist literature/ media. I’m so excited to meet you!

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Joanne

Joanne

Townsville

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I am exploring the UK and Europe until September. Looking forward to meeting lots of new people and discovering new cultures ❤️

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Expats in Townsville

Nicola

Nicola

Townsville

About me

Hi, I’m a Filipina/Scottish international student here in Townsville studying marine biology! I’ve been here for a year already. Outside of study, I crochet, and love to chill at the beach here.

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