Is Singapore safe?
One of the world's safest cities. Violent crime is very rare; phone scams, online fraud and strict laws on drugs and public behaviour are the real risks.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 5/5, very safe.
- US travel advisory: Level 1: Exercise normal precautions, updated 2026-03-08.
- Homicide rate in Singapore: 0.1 per 100,000 people (2023, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in Singapore: 2.1 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 999 · Ambulance 995 · Fire 995.
Safety in Singapore at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Crime | Very low street crime; occasional pickpocketing and molest cases on crowded trains, plus online and phone scams targeting residents and visitors. |
| At night | Safe to walk at any hour; MRT runs until about midnight and taxis or apps cover the rest. |
| Solo women | Among the safest cities in the world for solo women. Harassment is uncommon; normal nightlife caution applies. |
| Other risks | Heat and humidity: drink water; Thunderstorms and flash floods; Dengue: use repellent |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Fake officials phoning about parcels or visas
- Bar tab surprises in Clarke Quay clubs
- Fake sellers of tickets and goods on classifieds platforms
Take care
- Drug laws: possession and trafficking carry harsh penalties
- Fines for littering, vaping, smoking in banned places
- Late-night clubs in Clarke Quay: spiked drinks are rare but reported
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Vaping is illegal; vapes are confiscated and users fined.
- Drinking in public places is banned from 10:30pm to 7am.
- Drug traces in your body can bring charges, even if taken abroad.
Quick answers
Is Singapore safe for solo female travelers?
Among the safest cities in the world for solo women. Harassment is uncommon; normal nightlife caution applies.
Is Singapore safe at night?
Safe to walk at any hour; MRT runs until about midnight and taxis or apps cover the rest.
What is the crime rate in Singapore?
Very low street crime; occasional pickpocketing and molest cases on crowded trains, plus online and phone scams targeting residents and visitors. Nationally, Singapore records 0.1 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2023).
What number do I call in an emergency in Singapore?
Police 999 · Ambulance 995 · Fire 995.
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Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Changi Airport
- Land Transport Authority
- Singapore Tourism Board
- Singapore Police Force
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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