Is Liverpool Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Liverpool generally provides a safe environment for solo female travelers. Most areas are quite secure even during night-time, with public areas often being busy and well lit. However, like in any other cities, it’s always vital to maintain awareness of your surroundings. While the city has a welcoming atmosphere and friendly locals, it's always recommended to use common sense, particularly when navigating less crowded areas or travelling late at night.

Safety rating

4.2 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.5 /5

Based on 9 experiences from local women

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How safe is Liverpool?

Safety at night:Safe

Liverpool generally has a safe environment for solo female travelers. You'll find that the city center is often lively into the late hours, offering a sense of security with its well-lit streets. As with any city, it's always sensible to stay vigilant, particularly in more secluded areas or when using public transportation late at night. Make better use of reputable taxi services if you're out late. Always ensure someone knows where you are and have your phone handy.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Liverpool is generally quite secure. Buses, trains, and ferries are commonly used by locals and tourists alike. They run regularly and are usually on time. As with most places, it is best to avoid traveling late at night. While unlikely, there can be occasional incidents, so remain alert and mindful of your surroundings. Nevertheless, it is a reliable and secure way to navigate the city.

Street harassment:Low

Liverpool is generally a safe city with locals known to be friendly. As a solo female traveler, normal precautions should apply, particularly during late night hours in less crowded areas. However, street harassment is not a regular occurrence and many women have reported feeling comfortable and secure during their visit.

Petty crimes:Low

Liverpool is generally considered to be safe for tourists, including solo women travelers. Petty crime such as pickpocketing or bag snatching do occur occasionally, especially in crowded places or tourist hotspots. While these situations are not the norm, it always pays to exercise caution, especially if traveling alone. Always be aware of your surroundings, stay in well-lit and populated areas, keep your belongings secured and avoid displaying expensive jewelry or technology conspicuously.

Is Liverpool worth visiting?

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Felt safe during the day but not at night lot of homeless and intoxicated men. Lots of affordable accommodation options all within a short walk of the main shopping area and restaurants. Very easy to get around on foot with fantastic bus and rail services

Posted: May 1, 2025

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Is Liverpool safe for women?

Safety index

3.5 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Crime index

1.9 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Liverpool is fairly safe, however, its best to not be intoxicated so that you cant be taken advantage of. The worst that you will get is someone who slightly crosses your boundaries. However, you wont get anything that is serious enough to involve a police or search party.... There are plenty of clubs around the univeristy life and is heavily secured with bouncers and police officers to keep us safe!

Posted: March 5, 2025

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In my opinion, I think that Liverpool is relatively safe. Having been here multiple times over a number of years, I have never once had a bad experience here. There are the occasional drunkard who may pass you on the street but typically they don’t do anything unsafe.

Posted: July 31, 2024

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I’m looking to travelling as much as I can whilst I’m still young. I am quite new to travelling solo. My first trip solo was Madrid last year and I loved it, I want more! I love nature, culture and I am a big foodie! I like trying new things, going out of my comfort zone and speaking to new people.

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Veri

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Hey, I'm Veronika (or better Veri) from Germany. I love traveling and now I have the possibility to travel alone because I'm out of a long relationship. I would love to meet some locals while traveling to see the country/city through their eyes and have a chat and do some activities. Maybe I can even stay the night at your place. I also love to host people in my home town Reutlingen (I'm also active on Couchsurfing). I'm looking forward to get some new experiences and meet people all over the world and maybe find some new friends 😊