Is Lincoln Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Lincoln is generally considered a safe destination for solo female travelers. However, like any travel destination, it is always important to apply common sense and caution. During the day the city is very lively and at night it is not known for serious crime. Nevertheless, it recommended to stay in well-lit areas and avoid walking alone at night in quiet locations. Public transportation and taxis are readily available and reputed to be safe and reliable. The locals are friendly and ready to help, making it a inviting destination for solo female travelers

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Is Lincoln safe for women?

Women’s safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 5 reports

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 5 reports

It has its bad areas like everywhere, uphill generally feels safer than downhill, wouldn’t walk on my own at night- but I wouldn’t anywhere! Never had any issues with safety. Safe to walk alone in the day.

Posted: July 7, 2026
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There are good areas and bad areas like every city, i personally never feel safe around the YMCA which is next to rumbold street car park. Anything in the bail gate generally feels safe, youll be okay walking around

Posted: April 19, 2026
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As far as I am staying here for my study exchange I found this little city organised and safe. You don't need to worry go on a walk during the night. At least in the main area and the area occupied by students. With comparison to Nottingham, safety is pretty much higher- by the feeling.

Posted: November 16, 2025
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Sara

Sara

Safe city. My hometown! Really pretty and safe around the Bailgate area, with the castle and the cathedral. People are really friendly and there are tonnes of cute shops to visit up in the bail. Good if you love older buildings/ history :)

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Safety map

Based on reports from women living in Lincoln, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.

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