{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/united-states/asheville","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:44:58.415Z","place":{"city":"Asheville","country":"United States","countryCode":"US","lat":35.60095,"lon":-82.55402},"safety":{"score":77,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":83,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":79,"travellerSentiment":{"score":66,"label":"Mixed but leaning positive","summary":"While some news reports describe Asheville negatively, citing it as 'nasty, crazy, and scary,' other sources highlight it as a good city for solo travelers, indicating a mixed but generally acceptable sentiment for visitors.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":65,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket 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safety, recent news highlights concerns about violent crime and drug-related issues. Travelers should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly in certain areas.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While the overall worry about mugging/robbery is moderate (31/100), recent news indicates federal and local officials have met to discuss violent crime concerns."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Property crime is seen as a local problem (57/100), suggesting a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly in crowded tourist areas."},"safeAreas":["River Arts District","Biltmore Village","West Asheville","North Asheville","South Asheville"],"avoidAreas":["Downtown Asheville after dark: Increased risk of petty crime and drug-related activity."],"scams":["While not specifically detailed in the dossier, common tourist scams in US cities can include overcharging for services, fake petitions, and distraction-based pickpocketing.","Be wary of unsolicited offers for help or tours, especially in busy areas."],"zones":[{"name":"Downtown Asheville","level":"caution","note":"Higher concentration of property crime and drug-related issues; exercise vigilance, especially after dark."},{"name":"River Arts District","level":"safe","note":"Generally safe with a focus on arts and culture, but remain aware of surroundings."},{"name":"Biltmore Village","level":"safe","note":"Historic and generally safe, popular with tourists."},{"name":"West Asheville","level":"safe","note":"A vibrant neighborhood with a good safety record, but usual urban precautions apply."},{"name":"North Asheville","level":"safe","note":"Primarily residential and considered safe."},{"name":"South Asheville","level":"safe","note":"Largely residential and commercial areas, generally safe."}]}}