Is Palmerston North safe for solo female travelers?
Palmerston North is a fairly safe city for solo female travelers. The locals are quite friendly, making it easy for solo females to travel and explore the city. Criminal activities are generally low and well managed by local law enforcement. While taking the usual safety precautions is advised such as not walking alone at night in secluded areas, generally, the city and its people provide a safe and comfortable environment for solo female travelers.
Safety rating
Palmerston North is currently ranked #32 safest place in New Zealand for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.
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Danielle
Palmerston North has some beautiful nature scenery walks. For the most part, I believe it is a safe city. I would be weary about walking after dark on your own in areas with low lit paths or off route. However, walking around town areas or footpaths would be rated mainly safe with very little concern.
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