Glasgow Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (27/100)
Is Glasgow safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Glasgow scores 27/100 on our travel risk index (Moderate). The US State Department rates United Kingdom Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution, updated 9 Sep 2026); Canada says: exercise a high degree of caution. No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Political instability (score 10)
Environmental quality (score 40)
September 27, 2026
Glasgow, United Kingdom has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 27 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is environmental quality at 40/100; the lowest-rated category is political instability at 10/100; last updated September 27, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the United Kingdom travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Glasgow currently sits at 27/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine with normal precautions, but a few categories below score high enough that planning matters. The highest-rated risk category for Glasgow is environmental quality (40/100), and the lowest is political instability (10/100). This page was last updated on September 27, 2026; the baseline category scores reflect analytical indicators, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
Driven by: security (35/100) and natural hazards (29/100).
A score of 27 is higher than the scores of 18% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Oct 16, 2026
Glasgow currently holds a moderate risk baseline composite score of 27 out of 100 with a US State Dept advisory level 2. Recent headlines indicate growing concerns that the city centre faces challenges regarding crime and decline.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Oct 16, 2026 09:34 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Environmental quality (score 40/100): Check air-quality forecasts. If sensitive, pack a mask and adjust outdoor activity. Hydration is critical in heat.
- Natural disasters (score 35/100): Check seasonal hazard (hurricane, monsoon, earthquake) for your dates. Identify hotel evacuation routes on arrival.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Day vs Night Safety in Glasgow
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Daytime conditions are generally secure along major corridors and commercial districts. Keep bags zipped and avoid displaying high-value items openly.
Risk levels elevate noticeably after dark outside main central zones. Avoid walking alone through unlit parks, alleys, or quiet transit stations; favor pre-booked door-to-door transport.
Safety by Traveler Type in Glasgow
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Glasgow for solo travelers (Crime 25/100 · Transport 20/100), women traveling solo (Crime 25/100), families with children (Health 15/100 · Natural disaster 35/100), older travelers (Health 15/100 · Transport 20/100), business travelers (Digital 45/100 · Money 45/100 · Transport 20/100) and lgbtq+ travelers (Advisory 20/100 · Political 10/100): these scores sit in the low-to-moderate range, so standard precautions apply. Local laws affecting LGBTQ+ travelers and gender-specific incident rates are not captured in our scores; check your government's travel guidance.
Score layers
Safety categories
Source: Grounded open data research & citations
Quick facts
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | low |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | low |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 27, 2026 |
Live conditions in Glasgow
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Official travel advisory
Level 2 · Exercise Increased Caution
United Kingdom - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Natural hazard calendar & history
5-Year Hazard Calendar (100 km Radius)
| Hazard | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floods | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — |
Most flood events within 100 km of Glasgow happened in October (2 of 2 in five years).
Source: GDACS, USGS; five years to October 2026.
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the United Kingdom travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the United Kingdom entry requirements.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-16 07:26:45 UTC
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Glasgow
The most weather-stable two-month window for Glasgow is July–August, when typical daily temperatures run from about 11°C to 18°C and monthly rain averages 93 mm.
No threshold-level heat, cold, wind, or cyclone flag appears in the stored normals; January is the wettest typical month at about 117 mm.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Sep 8, 2026.
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Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Glasgow
Glasgow has 10 hospitals, 10 police stations, 1 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 5 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: Glasgow Dental Hospital
- Hospital: Glasgow Royal Infirmary
- Hospital: MacKinnon House
- Hospital: New Victoria Hospital
- Hospital: Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital
- Hospital: Parkhead Hub
- Hospital: Rowanbank Clinic
- Hospital: Stobhill Hospital
- Hospital: The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice
- Hospital: West Glasgow Ambulatory Care Hospital
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: British Transport Police
- Police: British Transport Police
- Police: London Road Police Station
- Police: Saracen Police Station
- Embassy: Consulate of Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Pharmacy: Abbey Chemist
- Pharmacy: Boots
- Pharmacy: Boots
- Pharmacy: Boots
- Pharmacy: Boots
- Pharmacy: Boots
- Pharmacy: High Street Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Superdrug
- Pharmacy: Townhead Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Trongate Pharmacy
- Fire station: Calton Community Fire Station
- Fire station: Cowcaddens Fire Station
- Fire station: Polmadie Community Fire Station
- Fire station: Springburn Community Fire Station
- Fire station: Yorkhill Fire Station
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (United Kingdom)
| Police | 999 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 999 |
| Fire | 999 |
| General | 112 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Medical access
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | medium |
| Emergency response | medium |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | low |
The United Kingdom provides universal healthcare with NHS hospitals and pharmacies readily available in Glasgow, but specific traveler‑focused services were not detailed in the search results. Emergency services are well‑established, though response times can vary during large events.
Common scam patterns
- holiday_booking. Scammers create fake holiday rental listings, often on platforms like Airbnb, to trick travelers into paying for properties that do not exist. These frauds have increased with the use of AI-generated images and descriptions. Tip: Only book through verified platforms and confirm the listing with the host via the platform’s messaging system before paying.
- eta_etias_fraud. Fake websites and phishing emails claim to process UK ETA or upcoming ETIAS authorisation for a fee, exploiting travellers’ confusion about entry requirements. Victims are directed to pay inflated fees and provide personal data. Tip: Use only the official government website (gov.uk) for any ETA or ETIAS applications and beware of unsolicited payment requests.
- phishing_duplicate_sites. Criminals replicate legitimate travel company websites or send emails that appear to be from trusted brands, aiming to steal payment details or personal information. These scams often use brand logos and similar URLs to appear authentic. Tip: Check the web address carefully, look for HTTPS, and verify the sender’s email address before entering any sensitive information.
Area notes
- Bellahouston Park. The park hosts major events such as the Glasgow Summer Sessions and is a popular, well‑patrolled gathering place for visitors.
- Glasgow city centre. The central business district contains most hotels, shops and transport links, and is generally safe but benefits from a visible police presence.
- Glasgow Commonwealth Games venues. Large crowds and temporary infrastructure can attract opportunistic pickpockets, so stay alert and keep belongings secure.
Nearest embassies & consulates
Find your home country's diplomatic mission in United Kingdom for consular support, lost passports, or citizen emergencies:
Frequently asked questions about Glasgow
How safe is Glasgow?
Glasgow currently scores 27/100 on our composite travel risk index (moderate risk; lower is safer). It already includes the current US State Department advisory for United Kingdom (Level 2 of 4). Official advice can change quickly, so check it again shortly before you travel.
Sources: Travel Risk Calculator — Glasgow · Methodology
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2026 | 23 → 27 | low → moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| Jul 6, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
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Transparency & Sources
We document the baseline sources, coverage scope, and data inputs for this destination below.
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Glasgow
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Glasgow, from US, UK and Canadian advisories, INFORM, World Bank, UCDP, CDC, GDACS, USGS and OpenStreetMap
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
Baseline scope
- Category scores represent an analytical baseline, updated from official feeds and public records.
Coverage notes
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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