City in Telangana, India
Is Hyderabad safe?
One of India's safer large cities with low street crime and few touts.
Is Hyderabad safe?
One of India's safer large cities with low street crime and few touts. Traffic, petty theft and heat are the main concerns.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 4/5, safe with normal care.
- US travel advisory: Level 2: Exercise increased caution, updated 2025-06-15.
- Homicide rate in India: 2.8 per 100,000 people (2022, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in India: 15.6 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 100 · Ambulance 108 · Fire 101 · Tourist police 1363 · All emergencies 112.
Safety in Hyderabad at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Crime | Pickpocketing in crowded Old City markets, phone snatching from two-wheelers, overcharging by autos, and online scams. |
| At night | Banjara Hills and HITEC City are lively and safe until late; pubs close around 11 pm to 1 am. Use app cabs for later travel. |
| Solo women | Generally comfortable for solo women, with SHE Teams policing harassment. Use app cabs at night and avoid isolated stretches. |
| Other risks | Heat above 42°C in April–May; Monsoon waterlogging; Heavy traffic and few crossings |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Autos refusing meters near stations and Charminar
- Fake taxi or job-offer calls asking for advance payments
- Pearl and bangle shops with inflated prices
- UPI refund scams by phone
Take care
- Crowded Old City lanes: pickpockets and heavy traffic
- Using phones near the road: bike snatchers
- Late-night roads with drunk drivers
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Satellite phones and satellite messengers like Garmin inReach are illegal without a licence; travelers have been arrested at airports.
- Alcohol is prohibited in Gujarat, Bihar, Nagaland and Mizoram; beef is illegal in many states.
- Drones need registration and permission; photographing military sites, airports and bridges can lead to detention.
How Hyderabad compares in India
| Place | Safety |
|---|---|
| Rishikesh | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Kochi | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Kolkata | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Hyderabad | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Dharamshala | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Leh | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Chennai | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Pondicherry | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Varkala | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Hampi | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Amritsar | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Jodhpur | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Jaisalmer | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Pushkar | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Palolem | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Darjeeling | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Munnar | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Alleppey | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Andaman Islands | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Shimla | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Delhi | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Goa | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Mumbai | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Jaipur | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Agra | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Varanasi | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Bangalore | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Udaipur | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Manali | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Anjuna | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
Quick answers
Is Hyderabad safe for solo female travelers?
Generally comfortable for solo women, with SHE Teams policing harassment. Use app cabs at night and avoid isolated stretches.
Is Hyderabad safe at night?
Banjara Hills and HITEC City are lively and safe until late; pubs close around 11 pm to 1 am. Use app cabs for later travel.
What is the crime rate in Hyderabad?
Pickpocketing in crowded Old City markets, phone snatching from two-wheelers, overcharging by autos, and online scams. Nationally, India records 2.8 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2022).
What number do I call in an emergency in Hyderabad?
Police 100 · Ambulance 108 · Fire 101 · Tourist police 1363 · All emergencies 112.
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Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Hyderabad Metro Rail
- Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
- Telangana Tourism
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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