Is Birmingham Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Birmingham is generally regarded as a safe city for solo female travelers. The city center areas are well-lit and busy at all times, with a strong police presence. However, it's advisable to avoid some of the outlying neighborhoods during night time. Like any major city, it's important to stay vigilant, particularly at night and when using public transportation.

Safety rating

3.4 /5

Based on 6 experiences from female travelers

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.5 /5

Based on 21 experiences from local women

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How safe is Birmingham?

Safety at night:Moderate

Birmingham is just like any other large city. It also generally depends on which parts of the city you're in. Some areas are quite safe and well-lit, with a steady flow of people even late into the night. However, certain parts might not be as safe after dark, especially if you are walking alone. Always use common sense, stay in well-lit and populated areas, and avoid showing off high worth items like expensive phones or jewelry. Local people are usually welcoming and willing to help if needed.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Birmingham, is overall very safe. It is served by a network of buses, local trains, and trams providing extensive coverage across the city. The system operates under high security standards and regular patrolling. The presence of CCTV cameras increases the feeling of security. However, like any location, it's important to maintain personal awareness and belongings' care, especially during rush hours and late at night.

Street harassment:Low

Birmingham in the United Kingdom is generally safe for solo female travelers. Street harassment issues are not prominent and the residents are typically respectful. However, it is always a good idea to stay alert, particularly during late-night hours, in less crowded places, or while using public transport. Social customs and norms in Birmingham ensure that harassment is not widely tolerated, leading to a relatively secure environment.

Petty crimes:Moderate

Like any bustling city, Birmingham does experience its share of petty crime, such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded tourist areas and public transportation. While it's generally a safe city to travel, one should still take standard precautions. Keep an eye on your belongings, avoid showing off valuable items in public, and avoid less crowded areas at night.

Is Birmingham worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.3 /5

based on 6 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

2.4/5

Safety

3.4/5

Food

3.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.1/5

Chourouk

Sweden

Family travel

I visited Birmingham with my mom and baby, and while it felt pretty safe overall, I was honestly underwhelmed. There were a lot of homeless people around, and the city felt very dirty, especially on the weekends. Airbnb rentals were surprisingly expensive, and while the food wasn’t bad, it was pretty average and not as affordable as I expected. The tourist attractions and historic sites were free, which was nice, but they didn’t really stand out. For 9 days, we spent around £2000, and it just didn’t feel worth it. I’ve never felt this unimpressed by a city before.

Posted: April 11, 2025

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Solo travel

Birmingham is big city a bit chaotic but very well connected by public transport. The Victoria square and the library are great places to spend the afternoon. Birmingham is multicultural so you cam also find great food from all around the world

Posted: August 30, 2024Experienced: June, 2024

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Moa

United Kingdom

Solo travel

I studied in birmingham. School activities are quite nice as in sports and so on. I lived in a student area which mostly felt safe. Weather is always grey so far but hoping for better. Everything is fairly expensive

Posted: April 16, 2024Experienced: December, 2023

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Solo travel

- stayed in Selina during my stay in Birmingham which was quiet but pretty nice hostel so that was sweet, didn’t really like the area though (walking around in early evening felt pretty unsafe) - had a yummy brunch and dinner and there was a realm of different types of food to eat - very walkable place and I’m sure there would be more to do in the summer but loved the vibes and the people so overall good experience !!

Posted: December 23, 2023

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Solo travel

Go to the top floor of the library to see the view of the city, stroll around the Jewellery Quarter and perhaps visit the local goldsmith museum. In the centre of Birmingham, there is a charming shopping gallery. In this gallery, there is a cosy place called Morridge, which is great for a moment of relaxation during a day of walking around the city.

Posted: June 20, 2022

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Is Birmingham safe for women?

Safety index

3.5 /5

Based on 21 local experiences

Crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 21 local experiences

Emily

I've lived here since I was 13 and never had any issues, I'm pretty safe and tend to stay with friends and stick to the main roads and stuff, but I've never had any issues. There's some crackheads and homeless people but they don't tend to hassle you. No one really talks to you or approaches you in the streets, there tends to be police or security out whenever it's busy in the city centre. Obviously it depends what part of Birmingham you go to but the public transport is decent and so are Ubers if you can afford it or have people to split it with.

Posted: June 15, 2025

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Colleen

Okay in the day time. Less so at night. When I am out and about at night, I will have to stay high alert, watch surrounding. I will try to avoid staying out after 11pm as I don’t feel safe enough to do so.

Posted: June 11, 2025

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