Model Town

Lahore, Pakistan

Overall Safety
Moderate
3.5 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics

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Summary

Safe and peaceful residential area with budget accommodation. You'll experience everyday Pakistani family life. Quiet with no tourist amenities, so expect to spend on taxis to reach restaurants and sights.

Peaceful and residentialFamily-oriented atmosphereWell-planned green spacesUpper-middle-class areaSafe but quiet
Details

Tree-lined avenues, parks, and organized blocks labeled A through J. This is where upper-middle-class families live - government workers, professors, successful businesspeople. You'll see families walking in parks in the evening, kids playing cricket in the streets, corner shops selling everyday items. Politicians and celebrities live here because it's well-maintained and secure. Each block has its own market, mosque, and playground. English is less common than in Gulberg or DHA since this is residential, not touristy. People are friendly though. Dining options are basic local restaurants and a few cafes - no nightlife or upscale places. It's like staying in a suburban neighborhood where you see everyday Pakistani family life. Safe for walking during the day and early evening, but not much to do. You'll need to go to Gulberg or the Old City for restaurants and sightseeing.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Excellent

Night Walking Safety

Good

Harassment Risk

Moderate

Public Transport Safety

Good

Pickpocketing Risk

Low

Scam Risk

Low

Police Visibility

Good

Emergency Services

Good

Evening Venues

Moderate

Solo Dining

Moderate

Drug Activity

Low

Homelessness Visibility

Low

Getting By in English

Moderate
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Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Local chai shops

Restaurants

  • Local Pakistani restaurants
  • Block markets food stalls

Other Spots

  • Model Town Parks
  • Block Markets
  • University of Punjab (nearby)
Impressions & Tips

"Safe for walking but there's not much here"

"Peaceful but isolated - felt like staying in the suburbs"

"Families were friendly but not much English"

"Cheap accommodation but spent a lot on taxis to do anything"

"Safe and clean but boring compared to Gulberg"

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