Is United Kingdom safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is United Kingdom for solo female travelers?
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based on 316 experiences from female travelers
Marie
Switzerland
Edinburgh, Solo travel
It’s a nice city with a lot to explore. The shops are really good and the monuments to visit are mostly free. You can go to the museum and visit the park where the Ross fountain is. Just make sure you take something to protect yourself from the rain and the wind.
Posted: December 16, 2025
Alejandra
United Kingdom
London, Solo travel
The greatest and busiest city on earth! Love the museums, fish and chips from poppies, and the long walks! As an exchange student I value budget wise stuff, so having free museums and leisure spots is a must. And surprisingly i didnt get lost on the subway!
Posted: December 13, 2025Experienced: December, 2025
Eléa
France
London, Group travel
I enjoyed traveling to London I was able to visit several famous places as well as museums The only negative points were that I could not choose my own program, and that the sandwiches that we received in host families were not very good I enjoyed it and I felt great there What is certain is that I have finally scheduled my program to go back, all I have to do is choose the dates !
Posted: November 20, 2025Experienced: March, 2025London, Couple travel
i’ve been in london with a friend of mine two years ago in september. we’ve been hosted by a madam who was a old friend of my friend’s parents. she lived in maida valley, a lovely neighborhood far about four subway stops from Trafalgar Square. the city is wonderful and full of cultural activities, we went every night to the theatre. i really suggest to go to the globen theatre to see some shakespeare’s play. the food isnt so good, but its a good city to try multiethnic food, especially in the borrow market. we felt pretty safe with the light, but there are some weird subjects, so you always have to keep your eyes open, in fact everyday at 22.00 we were at home.
Posted: November 16, 2025
Tallulah
United Kingdom
Edinburgh, Solo travel
Edinburgh I think is the perfect place for a solo trip (my first!). I stayed at the High Street Hostel which was really social and cosy. We went out with groups and I always felt safe. The whole area around the Royal Mile felt very safe. Visiting the castle is so worth it. Lots of interesting things to do here. Walkable and beautiful. Go up Calton Hill for a view.
Posted: November 15, 2025How safe is United Kingdom for women?
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Marcela
London
London is a safe city in general, just be aware of areas that are not well policed. Unfortunately, there are a lot of cases of thieves stealing phones especially in touristic areas such as Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street and Soho.
Posted: December 22, 2025Stoke On Trent
Not the safest place to be a woman, especially at night. If you have time go out, please keep to the main streets and lot areas and pay attention to your surroundings. The nightlife is not the best either way...but the city is surrounded by fantastic countryside and small villages
Posted: December 20, 2025
Rianna
London
Generally, London is one of the safest cities in the world. As a woman, I don't feel particularly unsafe walking around by myself at night, but of course you should always be vigilant. Violent crime here is quite rare to experience, and other than your phone and valuables being pickpocketed, I would say most tourists wouldn't have a lot to worry about (as long as they're aware of their surroundings and not hanging around areas known to be sketchy).
Posted: December 15, 2025London
I find it hard to relax in London, you need to stay vigilant with your belongings especially mobile phone, devices, bags, headphones etc. Some parts are safer than others but on the whole it’s high in crime rate.
Posted: December 6, 2025
Alix
Brighton
Safe but mindfulness of the surroundings is required on a night out. Main streets well lit.
Posted: December 4, 2025Safety in United Kingdom
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Emily
Birmingham
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I'm a student living in Birmingham England, but I love to travel whenever I can! I love yoga and calisthenics style stuff like climbing and pole dancing... I'm obsessed with food, and addicted to cheese... I'm super adventurous and love learning new things. The next trip I have planned is a 3 month adventure packed trip around south America, where I hope to learn to surf 😁😁😁
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Shauna
City of London
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3 days
About me
Hello! I’m 24 and working as a Vet in London at the moment. I did my first solo travelling trip in 2024 in Greece and then met some other fabulous people to travel around the Balkans with me who I’m still friends with now. This trip really made me fall in love with solo travelling and I would love to do more of it this year while saving on accomadation costs and getting all the local tips and tricks! I love to swim and hike but equally I love a good night out depending on the place I’m visiting so I’d love to get some recommendations or even some company while I’m traveling!
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