{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/australia/townsville","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:08:56.727Z","place":{"city":"Townsville","country":"Australia","countryCode":"AU","lat":-19.26639,"lon":146.8057},"safety":{"score":72,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":75,"confidence":0.97,"caps":[],"databaseScore":75,"travellerSentiment":{"score":59,"label":"Mixed to Negative","summary":"Locals report feeling unsafe walking alone at night (27/100) and express moderate worry about mugging and robbery (54/100), though feeling safer during daylight hours (54/100).","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":43,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":60,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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However, local sentiment suggests higher concerns regarding property crime and personal safety after dark, necessitating vigilance.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Worry about being mugged or robbed is moderately high according to local sentiment, with violent crime seen as a local problem."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Property crime is perceived as a significant local problem, suggesting a moderate risk of theft and pickpocketing, especially in busy areas."},"safeAreas":["The Strand","North Ward","Kirwan"],"avoidAreas":["Areas with known higher crime rates, particularly after dark (specific neighborhoods not detailed in dossier)."],"scams":["Be aware of potential scams targeting tourists, though specific local examples are not detailed in the provided data."],"zones":[{"name":"City Center","level":"caution","note":"Higher risk of petty crime and occasional public disorder, especially at night."},{"name":"The Strand","level":"safe","note":"Popular beachfront area, generally safe during daylight hours."},{"name":"North Ward","level":"safe","note":"Residential area with a lower crime rate, considered safe."},{"name":"South Townsville","level":"caution","note":"Some areas may experience higher crime rates; exercise increased vigilance."},{"name":"Kirwan","level":"safe","note":"Suburban area, generally safe for residents and visitors."},{"name":"Aitkenvale","level":"caution","note":"Mixed commercial and residential; be aware of surroundings, especially after dark."}]}}