brussels_engineerMy partner and I are planning a move to Brussels soon but we are quite worried about the safety of commuting and walking alone after dark. We have seen some bad news reports lately and we cannot decide if it is actually okay to live there!! How safe is it to live in Brussels?
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ExpatsParadiseBrussels is mostly fine for daily life and I rarely see any violent crime while living here. You should just watch out for pickpockets around stations like Midi or Central and maybe avoid certain spots at night. Uccle and Woluwe-Saint-Pierre are definitely the safest spots for peace of mind, though the travel advisory still mentions terrorism risks. Cheers, Mick
sunny_days_be3The central nightlife area is a bit more aggressive and prone to brawls than other cities I have visited. It is worth being mindful when walking back from a late show. Best, Clara
bxl_property_guyLiving in Wallonia (outside the capital) can actually lead to more frequent assaults and robberies (which surprised me at first). Brussels feels much more controlled in that regard!
NotSoSure_92People always say the city is dangerous but that feels exaggerated by social media and politics ! Honestly my experience has been totally fine