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Solo Female Travel in Leeds

Located in the heart of the United Kingdom, Leeds is a vibrant and modern city known for its rich history, stunning architecture and a thriving cultural scene. Situated in West Yorkshire, it is home to prestigious educational institutions like the University of Leeds and has a strong sports legacy with the Leeds United A.F.C. football team. Leeds is acclaimed for its diverse shopping venues, including the Victoria Quarter and Kirkgate Market, the latter being one of the largest covered markets in Europe. Cultural enthusiasts can relish the Leeds Art Gallery, Grand Theatre, and the Royal Armouries Museum. Furthermore, nature lovers are enticed by Roundhay Park’s landscaped gardens and the beautiful ruins of Kirkstall Abbey. Leeds offers a captivating blend of urban charm, culture, and picturesque landscapes.

Leeds is currently ranked #21 best place in United Kingdom for solo female travellers. Check the full ranking.

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Is Leeds good for solo travel?

Safety:Safe

Leeds is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Its crime rate is below the UK's national average and is less than other major cities. The public transportation is reliable, people are friendly, and there are many safe tourist spots to visit. Nonetheless, it's still important to use common sense and take usual travel precautions, especially at night in less populated areas.

Transport:Easy

Leeds, UK, is quite navigable for solo female travelers. It's a compact city with much of the central area pedestrianized, making it easy to explore on foot. Public transportation, such as buses and trains, are also reliable and they cover significant areas. However, rural areas can be slightly challenging to reach without personal transport. The city is relatively safe, with locals often eager to help should you lose your way.

Things to do:Interesting

Leeds is a vibrant city with a wealth of attractions, brimming with history, glorious architecture, and a fantastic array of shops. Leeds Art Gallery houses a world-class collection of 20th century British art, and Leeds City Museum offers four floors of interactive displays. For nature lovers, Roundhay Park and Tropical World provide vast landscape and adventurous hiking trails. The shopping variety ranges from beautiful Victorian arcades to the Corn Exchange with boutiques and eateries. Even without considering any festivals, Leeds stands out with a year-round offering of activities and experiences that cater to a diverse range of interests.

Food:Above average

Leeds offers a broad array of international cuisine due to its diverse multicultural population. From traditional British fare to Asian, Middle Eastern, and European delicacies, the food scene in Leeds is eclectic and adventurous. Experiment with world flavors at local markets, food stalls, and post-industrial dining spaces. Though vegetarian and vegan options are increasing, they can sometimes be relegated to limited sections of the menu.

Budget:Affordable

Leeds is quite budget-friendly, especially compared to other UK cities like London. There are a variety of options in terms of accommodation and dining that fit every budget. Public transportation is efficient and won't break the bank as well. Free attractions like the Leeds Art Gallery and the Royal Armouries Museum also help make a trip to Leeds affordable for solo female travelers.

Is Leeds worth visiting?

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Stayed in the city centre area, so everything is just convenient! Felt safe 100%! Was walking back to my hotel at about 2am and the streets were silent but the city lights were still on, I guess that the choice of hostel/hotel in the city centre helped with that :) You can go anywhere by just walking, they have a lot of stores, so I was mainly shopping for myself + souvenirs :)

Posted: January 17, 2024

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Is Leeds safe for women?

Safety rating

3 /5

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Crime rates rating

1.5 /5

Based on 3 experiences

Holly

Overall I think Leeds is a very safe city. Some parts of the suburbs are a bit rough but the city centre feels very safe. There are lots of streetlights in the centre and I've never had a problem walking home in the dark.

Posted: July 31, 2024

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North Leeds especially is very suburban and safe, full of families and 25-30yo professionals. Headingley and Burley are more studenty so arguably less safe from a break-in potential, but generally absolutely fine. Harehills is known as the roughest area of Leeds and is definitely the least safe.

Posted: June 3, 2024

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Hello, My name is Holly, I'm a 28 year old woman from Leeds, England. I'm social, friendly, and love meeting new people and making new friends. I'm currently travelling around the world on a sabbatical from work 🌏 So far, I've travelled to Sri Lanka, India and Nepal. Soon I'll be travelling to Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. Happy travels!

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Hi!! Im Aslı, Im 22 years old Currently living in Istanbul Planning to visit Uk in October and November I love pets, travelling, sightseeing, shopping, trying new cuisines and stuff, photography, meeting new people and discovering 🐾🤍 Feel free to text me if you’re planning a trip to uk as well ❣️ You can contact me via instagram @asll_kant

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Hi there! I'm Andy, 28 years old and give in way too easy to my spontaneous ideas. That's how I end up traveling solo for various things, including tattoos and now festivals 😅 And although I love solo traveling, sometimes I wish to get to know people at my destinations - that's why I'm here now. I love plants, animals and live music - mostly metal core. Can't wait to meet you! 😊