{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/canada/edmonton","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:48:07.161Z","place":{"city":"Edmonton","country":"Canada","countryCode":"CA","lat":53.55014,"lon":-113.46871},"safety":{"score":85,"level":"VERY_SAFE","answer":"Yes — very safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":92,"confidence":0.88,"caps":[],"databaseScore":87,"travellerSentiment":{"score":76,"label":"Mixed but leaning positive","summary":"While many residents feel safe walking in daylight, a significant portion expresses concern about walking alone at night and the prevalence of property crime and drug dealing.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":55,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":76,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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While some crime statistics are higher than national averages, they do not typically impact tourists directly. Travelers should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly regarding petty crime in crowded areas.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"While Edmonton has seen an increase in violent crime, the risk of mugging or armed robbery for visitors remains low."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in busy areas, public transit, and tourist hotspots."},"safeAreas":["Westmount","Oliver","University of Alberta area"],"avoidAreas":["Boyle Street"],"scams":["Fake police or official impersonation scams","Overcharging by taxi or ride-share drivers"],"zones":[{"name":"Downtown","level":"caution","note":"Higher concentration of reported crime and public disorder, especially after dark."},{"name":"Westmount","level":"safe","note":"Generally residential and considered safe for visitors."},{"name":"Old Strathcona","level":"caution","note":"Vibrant entertainment district; can experience increased petty crime and public intoxication late at night."},{"name":"Oliver","level":"safe","note":"Residential area with good amenities, generally safe."},{"name":"University of Alberta area","level":"safe","note":"Student-focused area, typically safe with good lighting and pedestrian traffic."},{"name":"Chinatown","level":"caution","note":"Can experience some petty crime and homelessness issues; exercise awareness."},{"name":"Boyle Street","level":"avoid","note":"Higher reported crime rates and social issues, including drug use and homelessness."}]}}