{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/mexico/puebla-city","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:50:22.575Z","place":{"city":"Puebla City","country":"Mexico","countryCode":"MX","lat":19.04778,"lon":-98.20723},"safety":{"score":54,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":47,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":53,"travellerSentiment":{"score":59,"label":"Cautious","summary":"While some sources suggest Puebla is safe, perceptions of insecurity are rising across Mexico, and travelers should exercise a high degree of caution.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":45,"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":50,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Mexico","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/rmsf-mexico"},{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Puebla City is moderately safe for travelers, requiring a high degree of caution due to elevated crime rates and specific security concerns.","summary":"While Puebla City is not explicitly highlighted as a high-risk area within Mexico, the overall crime index and homicide rate for the country, coupled with specific incidents reported in the region, necessitate vigilance. Travelers should be aware of their surroundings, particularly concerning petty crime and potential for more serious incidents.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific data for Puebla City is limited, the national homicide rate and reports of armed attacks in the broader Puebla region suggest a moderate risk of robbery, particularly in less populated or poorly lit areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Crowded tourist areas, markets, and public transportation are common spots for pickpocketing and bag-snatching."},"safeAreas":["San Andrés Cholula","San Pedro Cholula","Residencial Esmeralda"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Overcharging by taxi drivers (use official or app-based services)","Distraction theft (e.g., fake spills or requests for directions to divert attention)"],"zones":[{"name":"Centro Histórico","level":"caution","note":"Popular tourist area, but pickpocketing and petty theft can occur."},{"name":"Los Sapos","level":"caution","note":"Known for its artisan markets, exercise vigilance against petty crime."},{"name":"San Andrés Cholula","level":"safe","note":"Generally considered safe, popular with students and families."},{"name":"San Pedro Cholula","level":"safe","note":"Similar to San Andrés, a relatively safe and historic area."},{"name":"Zócalo","level":"caution","note":"Central plaza, busy with tourists and locals; be aware of your surroundings."},{"name":"Residencial Esmeralda","level":"safe","note":"Primarily residential, generally safe."},{"name":"Loma Bella","level":"caution","note":"Some areas may have higher crime rates; exercise caution, especially at night."}]}}