Wellington, New Zealand
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Hillside university area with views, reached by cable car. Quiet and safe. Good if you want peaceful accommodation away from the center with cable car access.
Up on the hillside above the city center, accessible by cable car. Victoria University is here, so it has a student area feel during term time. The cable car from Lambton Quay goes to the university and Botanic Garden - easier than walking up the steep hills. Campus cafes and coffee carts are affordable during term. Residential streets have harbor views and feel safe. Gets quiet in evenings and weekends when students leave. No nightlife, but cable car gets you to Cuba Street in 10 minutes. Main reason to stay here is quiet hillside setting with views, if you don't mind being away from the center.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
ExcellentPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
GoodDrug Activity
Very HighHomelessness Visibility
Very HighGetting By in English
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"Cable car is convenient but you have to use it for everything"
"Quiet at night, good if you want peace after busy days"
"Harbor views are nice from up here"
"Safe but nothing happening in evenings"
"Cable car down to Cuba Street works for dinner but adds time"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Beach and waterfront area with harbor views, cafes, and promenade. Upscale and expensive. Safe. Walking distance from CBD but quieter beach atmosphere.
Historic government area with old buildings and quiet atmosphere. Very safe, close to city center, but almost no nightlife.
Historic residential area with Victorian houses, close to CBD and waterfront. Safe during the day. Some side streets dark at night. Good if you want residential feel with access to central areas.
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Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.