Is Jersey safe?
Very safe, with low crime and friendly locals. Narrow country lanes, tides and cliff edges are the main hazards.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 5/5, very safe.
- Emergency numbers: Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999.
Safety in Jersey at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Crime | Minor theft from cars and beaches, and some drunken disturbances in St Helier on weekend nights. |
| At night | Safe; most places are quiet after 11 pm. Buses finish early, so book a taxi. |
| Solo women | Very comfortable for solo women, with low harassment. Normal care in St Helier late at night. |
| Other risks | Fast tides and rip currents; Narrow lanes with speeding drivers; Cliff-path falls in wet weather |
Scams, areas and local laws
Take care
- St Helier's bars after midnight: occasional fights
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Speed limits are low: 40 mph island-wide, 15 mph on signed green lanes.
Quick answers
Is Jersey safe for solo female travelers?
Very comfortable for solo women, with low harassment. Normal care in St Helier late at night.
Is Jersey safe at night?
Safe; most places are quiet after 11 pm. Buses finish early, so book a taxi.
What is the crime rate in Jersey?
Minor theft from cars and beaches, and some drunken disturbances in St Helier on weekend nights.
What number do I call in an emergency in Jersey?
Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999.
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Sources
- Visit Jersey
- Liberty Bus
- Ports of Jersey
- Government of Jersey
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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