Is London Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

London is generally safe for solo female travelers. It is a busy city with a high level of security measures in place. The public transportation is reliable with CCTV on buses and trains, and metro stations are usually populated even late at night. However, as is the case in any major city, pickpocketing and other small crimes can occur, particularly in tourist-heavy areas. It is recommended to remain vigilant, especially at night, and avoid isolated areas.

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How safe is London?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

London is generally a safe city. It's equipped with plenty of CCTV cameras and well-lit areas, with generally calm residential areas and popular tourist locations. Nonetheless, like any big city, it has less safe areas too. Walk with confidence, avoid poorly-lit areas, and it is best to use reliable public transport or reputable taxi services at night. Always stay vigilant and trust your instincts.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in London is generally safe though it can be crowded at times. The buses, trains, and tube networks are well-maintained, with CCTV surveillance and regular patrolling officers. There are well-lit platforms and there's plenty of signage. Always have your belongings where you can see them to avoid pickpocketing and try to avoid traveling alone late at night.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

London is generally safe and respectful towards solo female travelers. Like any major city, occasional cases of street harassment can occur but they are not the norm. It is still advised to take necessary precautions, especially when traveling at night or in less crowded areas. Overall, the atmosphere is predominantly welcoming, making the city a good destination for solo female travelers.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Moderate

In London, tourists could occasionally encounter petty crimes such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded tourist spots and public transport. Always maintain awareness of your surroundings and secure your belongings. However, the city is generally secure with an active police presence.

Is London safe to travel?

4.4 /5

Based on 81 experiences

Carme

Carme

Spain

Solo travel

Overall I had a really good trip, specially important being one of my first solo trips. I stayed on an Airbnb that was exclusively for solo travelling women that made me feel really comfortable and secure, the neighbourhood (Southfields) was great as well. I found London to be an amazing city in terms of safetyness, it of course has some dangers being a big city as all of them but compared to Rome for example (where I lived for a year), London felt super safe, I received no cat calling and wasn’t afraid to walk around alone. Price-wisely it can be expensive, especially the food out, so I would recommend booking a place where you are able to cook so you can save some money. In contrast museums were totally free and I found a lot of activities to do that weren’t expensive. Aside from this some shopping was included on my trip that did up my budget a bit ;). Overall I feel like you can accommodate the trip to your budget. Public transportation was nice, allowed me to get everywhere comfortably, specially the tube which was fast and counts with a ton of stations. You can pay simply with your credit card which is nice as well. Some of the stuff I loved were the vintage and second hand shops, the markets and restaurants from other cultures. But overall my favourite thing was the lively vibe of the city, at least during summer, and the kindness of the people I encountered <3.

Posted: September 6, 2024
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Group travel

It was excellent and safely to travel in London. I went to Harry Potter studios which I dreamed about it, and totally worth it. It was safe, you can walk everywhere, and use subway. I really enjoyed and wanna travel in London again

Posted: August 31, 2024
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Solo travel

I stayed in London Solo in a hostel for 3 nights and I felt safe. I recommend to visit The Lookout, National history museum and Sky garden. I used public transport and walked to every location. I honestly had an amazing time. :)

Posted: August 18, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
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Solo travel

I traveled to London for a summer break, and stayed near Bayswater underground station, and had everything near by either by underground or walking. I felt safe and lived in a comfortable area, and even when returning home to the hotel at 11 pm I still felt safe. I can recommend staying in this area when travelling solo.

Posted: August 17, 2024
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Sarah

Sarah

Germany

Solo travel

I spend a little time in London and also in Oxford. I feel really safe. I stayed in a hostel close to the city centre. That was also very good. There is so much to do and the transport really good and easy to handle

Posted: August 10, 2024
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Olivia

Olivia

United States

Solo travel

I COULD NOT RECOMMEND LONDON MORE!!! I felt so safe in London, and the public transit was super easy to navigate. Being out after dark I did not feel uneasy at all. So much to do and see could easily be a week trip!

Posted: July 18, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Family travel

We went there to the Harry potter Museum. It was fantastic. We also travel to Yorkshire and I can recommend the small town for a nature trip. It was perfectly for a family trip. We felt welcomed everywhere and people were friendly and helpful. It was safe.

Posted: July 11, 2024
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Caroline

Caroline

France

Solo travel

London is an Amazing City : architecture, museum, entertainment, shopping, green parles, live music & beer, English breakfast in a pub, antiques shop, Notting Hill, Camden Market... There is something to explore for everyone. I feel safe in this City. People are very polite. The streets and the underground were very clean. You can easily walk alone by day. At night, you must have "bon sens". Like every cities, some neighbourhood are less friendly. But you can enjoy Downtown with safety. Bonus : museum are free.

Posted: July 4, 2024Experienced: August, 2016
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Solo travel

London is a fantastic but heavily crowded city. With a lot of beautiful architecture and interesting history it is a city you must visit at least once. There is good food and nice shopping. I felt very safe going there.

Posted: June 29, 2024Experienced: July, 2021
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Solo travel

I was a bit worried about the safety , but my expérience was really great i had no problem and everyone was very kind to me. A lot of intersting things to do for example the museum of natural history and the museum of science who are both free. The only négative thing is the prices.

Posted: June 27, 2024Experienced: November, 2023
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Is London safe for women?

Safety rating

3.5 /5

Based on 85 experiences

Crime rates rating

2.5 /5

Based on 85 experiences

MIRIAM

MIRIAM

London is one of those cities in which you need to put good attention on your surroundings. Always keep an eye out and don’t walk flashing your phone and belongings. Phones, bikes, cars and even houses suffer the most in this city.

Posted: September 14, 2024
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Tammana

Tammana

London is a safe, multicultural metropolitan city where you can be whoever you want to be. There are loads of free things to do, including events, parks, street performances, spoken word events, live music and much more.

Posted: September 12, 2024
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Is London safe right now?

Before your visit to London, it's essential to check travel advisories for United Kingdom, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The United States government advises exercising increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 6, 2024
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The Canadian government advises exercising a high degree of caution in the United Kingdom due to the threat of terrorism. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 11, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

The Australian government advises exercising a high degree of caution in the **UK** due to the threat of **terrorism**. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: August 28, 2024

Is London worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 81 experiences

Cara

Cara

United Kingdom

Solo travel

London is a beautiful place and if you're new to the city, than its even more exciting and fascinating. It's a great experience for tourists and a must see if you ever visit the UK. I'd recommend jumping on the Uber boat (which serves all different stops along the River Thames) and gives you the opportunity to cruise through London.. Mark my word, it is nore beautiful at night when everything is lit up!

Posted: September 5, 2024
Things to do: 3/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 4/5
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Skylar

Skylar

Canada

Solo travel

London was alot more underwhelming than I expected. Everything was super expensive and just kind of the same everywhere. It’s just a normal busy city nothing too special about it. The girls I met up with were super nice and without them I wouldn’t have had a good time.

Posted: August 9, 2024
Things to do: 3/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 2/5
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