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Is Denpasar safe? 🇮🇩
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Denpasar 🇮🇩
Indonesia · Assessed 13 November 2026
75
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime75/100GoodCrime index 27.0 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment83/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories75Good
Stability61Fair
Health69Fair
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Volcanic eruptions Volcanic eruptions occur frequently across Indonesia. In the event of a volcanic eruption, follow the latest advice issued by the local authorities, including on areas to avoid, exclusion zones and actions to take if air quality is affected.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:44:39Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Indonesia: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-11-04T16:24:03.2977015-05:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
75 / 100 (Mostly positive)
75
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
670k residents
72
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.3 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Indonesia0.3Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
100
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent crime against tourists is not the primary concern; mugging and armed robbery are reported occasionally in poorly lit areas at night.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded markets, transport hubs, and busy tourist areas.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Fair
04 · Institutions
Stability
Fair
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
83/100
Reported feel75Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent traveler reports suggest most visitors feel safe in Indonesia when taking normal precautions, with perceptions highest in tourist-focused areas.
Denpasar is generally safe for travelers, but requires increased caution due to petty crime and traffic risks.
While Denpasar has a low violent crime rate, visitors should be aware of pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly in crowded areas. Traffic can be chaotic, and scams targeting tourists are present. Official advisories recommend exercising increased caution for Indonesia overall.
Recent developments
- Apr 2026Bali Police arrested a security guard over the alleged sexual assault of an Australian tourist.— Jakarta Globe
- Mar 2026Bali flights were impacted by the Middle East conflict, with tourists issued travel advice.— The Bali Sun
- Feb 2026Flooding in Bali prompted tourist evacuations.— The Straits Times
- Apr 2026Bali tightened immigration measures as foreign crime cases surged.— Jakarta Globe
Common scams
- Transportation scams, including taxi overcharging and unofficial drivers.
- Scams involving tours or currency exchange.
- The 'closed attraction' tourist trap, where individuals claim popular spots are closed to extort money.
Full briefing
Denpasar is a working city offering a glimpse into daily Balinese life, and while generally safe, it requires a traveler's awareness. Violent crime is not the main issue for visitors; instead, petty theft, particularly pickpocketing and bag-snatching, is a more prevalent concern in crowded areas like markets and transport hubs.
Traffic in Denpasar can be chaotic and stressful, with aggressive scooter use and flexible adherence to traffic rules. Official advisories for Indonesia, including those from the US and Canada, recommend exercising increased caution due to risks like natural disasters and unrest. While Denpasar itself is less tourist-focused than surrounding areas, normal urban precautions are advised.
Travelers should be wary of common scams, especially those involving transportation, tours, or currency exchange. The 'closed attraction' scam is also noted. It's advisable to use reputable transport options and remain vigilant in busy locations. Given the presence of Zika and Dengue, travelers should also consult CDC health notices.
While Denpasar is generally safe, areas to avoid are typically those that are poorly lit at night. Some reports suggest the city center can be crowded and noisy, though specific neighborhoods to avoid are not consistently detailed for Denpasar itself, with advice often focusing on broader Bali tourist zones.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 7 Denpasar districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Denpasar safety map.
City Center (Denpasar)cautionCan be crowded, noisy, and chaotic with heavy traffic; exercise normal urban precautions.
KutacautionKnown for pickpocketing and bag-snatching, especially in crowded areas; exercise vigilance.
SeminyakcautionSimilar to Kuta, pickpocketing and bag-snatching are concerns in crowded areas.
SanursaferGenerally considered safe and more tourist-oriented, suitable for general precautions.
UbudsaferWhile not strictly in Denpasar, it's a common tourist area nearby and generally safe with normal precautions.
North DenpasarsaferReported as one of the safer areas in Denpasar.
East DenpasarsaferReported as one of the safer areas in Denpasar.
07 · After Dark
Is Denpasar safe at night?
63% of people in Indonesia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
Violent crime against tourists is not the primary concern; mugging and armed robbery are reported occasionally in poorly lit areas at night.
After dark, be most careful around City Center (Denpasar), Kuta, Seminyak. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Denpasar safety FAQ (2026)
Is Denpasar safe right now (2026)?
Denpasar is generally safe for travelers, but requires increased caution due to petty crime and traffic risks. While Denpasar has a low violent crime rate, visitors should be aware of pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly in crowded areas. Traffic can be chaotic, and scams targeting tourists are present. Official advisories recommend exercising increased caution for Indonesia overall. (Assessed 13 November 2026.)
Is Denpasar safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Denpasar 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 Denpasar should tourists avoid?
Poorly lit areas at night; Empty beaches after dark. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Denpasar (2026)?
- Transportation scams, including taxi overcharging and unofficial drivers.
- Scams involving tours or currency exchange.
- The 'closed attraction' tourist trap, where individuals claim popular spots are closed to extort money.
How does Denpasar compare with other places in Indonesia (2026)?
Denpasar ranks #3 of 9 Indonesia destinations we've assessed, scoring 75/100. See the Indonesia safety overview for the full list.
How is this denpasar safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 14+ 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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