{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/canada/kelowna","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:49:30.216Z","place":{"city":"Kelowna","country":"Canada","countryCode":"CA","lat":49.88307,"lon":-119.48568},"safety":{"score":78,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":84,"confidence":0.99,"caps":[],"databaseScore":79,"travellerSentiment":{"score":73,"label":"Mixed","summary":"While official statistics show declining crime, local sentiment suggests ongoing concerns among residents and business owners regarding crime severity.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":45,"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":65,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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While some residents express concerns about crime, official statistics indicate a declining trend. Travelers should be aware of potential property crime and take standard precautions.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"The homicide rate is low, and while worry about mugging/robbery is moderate, violent crime is not reported as a major local problem for visitors."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Property crime is reported as a significant local concern by residents, suggesting a moderate risk for pickpocketing and bag-snatching."},"safeAreas":["South Pandosy","Glenmore","West Kelowna","Lake Country"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Be aware of potential scams targeting tourists, though none are specifically detailed for Kelowna in the provided data."],"zones":[{"name":"Downtown Kelowna","level":"caution","note":"Higher foot traffic can attract petty crime; be aware of surroundings, especially after dark."},{"name":"South Pandosy","level":"safe","note":"Generally considered a safe and pleasant area with shops and restaurants."},{"name":"Glenmore","level":"safe","note":"A residential area with lower reported crime rates."},{"name":"Rutland","level":"caution","note":"Some areas may experience higher rates of property crime; exercise standard precautions."},{"name":"West Kelowna","level":"safe","note":"Across the lake, generally considered safe with a more suburban feel."},{"name":"Lake Country","level":"safe","note":"A separate municipality north of Kelowna, known for its wineries and natural beauty, with low crime."}]}}