Exercise Normal Precautions
“Exercise normal precautionin Bermuda. Bermuda is generally a safe destination for travelers.”
Updated Fri, 10 Apr 2026
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Is Hamilton safe? 🇧🇲
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Hamilton 🇧🇲
Bermuda · Assessed 31 October 2026
78
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime65/100FairCrime index 55.7 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment73/100GoodMixed
Advisories100Good
Stability84Good
Health89Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy, and the Bermuda government will support you if you need help. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:03:27Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Bermuda: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-26T08:46:19.9764356-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
45 / 100 (Mixed)
45
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
1k residents
94
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
6.2 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Bermuda6.2Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
60
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent crime affecting tourists is uncommon and generally concentrated in areas of Hamilton visitors rarely frequent.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePetty crime like pickpocketing and bag snatching, often by thieves on motorcycles, occurs frequently in tourist areas and at attractions.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
73/100
Reported feel45Mixed
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While official advisories indicate normal precautions are sufficient, traveler sentiment suggests a moderate concern regarding safety, particularly around petty crime and feeling safe at night.
Hamilton, Bermuda is generally safe for travelers, with risks primarily related to petty crime and road safety.
Official advisories from the US, UK, and Canada all recommend exercising normal precautions. While violent crime is rare and typically not tourist-focused, petty theft and scams can occur, particularly in busy areas. Road safety, especially concerning scooter rentals, is a significant concern.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026A male was injured in a shooting in Hamilton Parish.— Bernews
- Oct 2026Two individuals were arrested in connection with a shooting in Hamilton Parish.— Royal Gazette | Bermuda
- Sep 2026A teenager was hospitalized following a suspected stabbing in Hamilton.— Royal Gazette | Bermuda
Common scams
- Scams are reported in popular tourist areas like Hamilton, targeting visitors with common fraudulent schemes.
Full briefing
Hamilton, Bermuda, is generally a safe destination for travelers, with official government advisories from the US, UK, and Canada all recommending the exercise of normal precautions. The island's economy relies heavily on tourism, leading to active policing in popular areas.
However, visitors should be aware of opportunistic petty crime. Pickpocketing and bag snatching, sometimes by individuals on motorcycles, are noted concerns, particularly in busy tourist spots like Hamilton and at beaches. While violent crime is rare and typically not directed at tourists, it is advisable to be cautious in certain areas of Hamilton, such as the 'Back o' Town' district, especially after dark.
Transportation, particularly the use of rented scooters, presents a significant safety consideration. The roads are often narrow and winding, traffic drives on the left, and inexperienced riders are prone to accidents. It is crucial to secure any belongings left on scooters. Additionally, travelers should be mindful of global health notices, including those for Dengue and Measles, and exercise caution regarding water safety at beaches due to rip currents.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Hamilton districts for visitors: 2 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Hamilton safety map.
Hamilton (Central)cautionWhile generally safe, be aware of petty crime and exercise caution, especially after dark.
Hamilton ParishcautionRecent reports of shootings necessitate increased vigilance.
South Shore BeachescautionPopular tourist spots are prone to petty theft; stay alert.
St. George'ssaferA historic town generally considered safe for visitors.
Royal Naval DockyardsaferA major tourist hub with a strong police presence.
07 · After Dark
Is Hamilton safe at night?
Violent crime affecting tourists is uncommon and generally concentrated in areas of Hamilton visitors rarely frequent.
After dark, be most careful around Hamilton (Central), Hamilton Parish, South Shore Beaches. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Hamilton safety FAQ (2026)
Is Hamilton safe right now (2026)?
Hamilton, Bermuda is generally safe for travelers, with risks primarily related to petty crime and road safety. Official advisories from the US, UK, and Canada all recommend exercising normal precautions. While violent crime is rare and typically not tourist-focused, petty theft and scams can occur, particularly in busy areas. Road safety, especially concerning scooter rentals, is a significant concern. (Assessed 31 October 2026.)
Is Hamilton safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Hamilton report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Hamilton should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Hamilton (2026)?
- Scams are reported in popular tourist areas like Hamilton, targeting visitors with common fraudulent schemes.
How does Hamilton compare with other places in Bermuda (2026)?
Hamilton scores 78/100 — see the Bermuda safety overview for country-level data.
How is this hamilton safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 11+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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