5/5Very safe
Is Guernsey safe?
Very safe, with minimal crime. Tides, cliff paths and narrow lanes need care.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 5/5, very safe.
- Emergency numbers: Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999.
Safety in Guernsey at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Crime | Minor theft from parked cars and beaches; violent crime is rare. |
| At night | Safe and very quiet. Buses stop early, so book taxis for evenings. |
| Solo women | Very comfortable for solo women. Usual care on cliff paths at dusk. |
| Other risks | Fast tides and rocks at low tide; Narrow lanes with speeding drivers; Slippery cliff paths in wet weather |
Scams, areas and local laws
Calmer areas to stay
St Peter PortSt MartinVazon
Laws visitors break by accident
- Island-wide speed limit is 35 mph, lower in many lanes.
Quick answers
Is Guernsey safe for solo female travelers?
Very comfortable for solo women. Usual care on cliff paths at dusk.
Is Guernsey safe at night?
Safe and very quiet. Buses stop early, so book taxis for evenings.
What is the crime rate in Guernsey?
Minor theft from parked cars and beaches; violent crime is rare.
What number do I call in an emergency in Guernsey?
Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999.
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Sources
- Visit Guernsey
- Aurigny
- Government of Guernsey
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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