Is Montserrat Safe? Crime Rates & Safety Report

Updated On November 7, 2023
Montserrat
Safety Index:
70
* Based on Research & Crime Data
User Sentiment:
90
* Rated 90 / 100 based on 2 user reviews.

Montserrat is an overseas territory of the United Kingdom that is located in the Caribbean and is considered to be part of the Lesser Antilles chain.

Their culture is considered to be a great mixture of influences from African, North American as well as European cultures which of course is interesting to be discovered.

Tourists are mainly interested in the natural disasters that have dramatically affected the island which is why it is far not safe to travel there in unknown areas without a guide as one could enter the so-called exclusion zone.

Warnings & Dangers in Montserrat

Overall Risk

OVERALL RISK: LOW

Even if it is claimed from the perspective of crime and theft to be safe, you should always take the same well-known and commonly known precautions measures.

Transport & Taxis Risk

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: LOW

There are two main means of transportation, minibusses, and taxi cars that in most cases have a green license plate which indicates that these ones are the safest ones on the island from the governance perspective.

Pickpockets Risk

PICKPOCKETS RISK: LOW

Pickpockets are rarely met here but still, this does not mean that you should be careless, but instead, this is a nudge to be more attentive and keep a close look on your belongings.

Natural Disasters Risk

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: HIGH

The area around the well-known volcano of the island is considered to be vulnerable to volcanic hazard and as a result, more than half of the island is considered to be Exclusion Zone, which means that people there are not advisable to walk without guidance. This area is also a maritime exclusion zone. There is also a hurricane season that can affect the island that runs from June to November. Taking all of this into account, it is still believed that local authorities can ensure the safety of their inhabitants in case of an emergency.

Mugging Risk

MUGGING RISK: LOW

There are really few registered cases of mugging but still, this does not mean that we should be fearless but instead be more attentive.

Terrorism Risk

TERRORISM RISK: LOW

Even if there is no historic data of any terrorist attack happening on the islands, there is still a chance for this to taking place, but in any case, one piece of advice would be to follow local authorities' advice.

Scams Risk

SCAMS RISK: LOW

There are scammers on the islands but these could be easily avoided through using your common sense and trying not to be easily influenced.

Women Travelers Risk

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

It is considered to be a safe place for all travelers and this is why it is as well should be one for the women if following all pieces of advice.

So... How Safe Is Montserrat Really?

Montserrat is considered to have a really low level of crime as well as violence, but in any case, you are advised to keep a close look at your belongings, do not walk alone at night and use your common sense in any cases as this one will surely keep you out of trouble.

The main risk that you can encounter on the island is the risk of natural disasters that can put your safety in danger, but still, it is believed that local authorities can ensure that everything is going to be totally fine.

This is due to the fact that on the whole island it is installed a siren that will be working in case of emergency and if the case there are two radio posts that will make sure you will hear all the pieces of advice.

They also daily provide on that posts daily updates regarding the activity of the Vulcano and remind you of all the actions that should be taken just in case.

If you will be following all the recommendations given by public authorities, your guide or even locals you will for sure have a safe holiday on the island.

How Does Montserrat Compare?

CountrySafety Index
Montserrat70
Morocco54
Portugal57
Japan83
Ghana73
Australia86
Slovakia80
Greece73
Norway85

Useful Information

Visas

Visas

It depends on your citizenship whether you need a visa or not, but all the necessary information is provided on state-owned websites.

Currency

Currency

The locally used currency is considered to be Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$), but the US dollar is widely accepted as well on the islands. There is a fixed exchange rate set between these two currencies and mainly that $2.70 EC dollar is equal to $1.00 US dollar.

Weather

Weather

Montserrat has a tropical climate, which means that it is hot and humid all year round.

Airports

Airports

John A. Osborne Airport is a small airport located in the village that operates some flights.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance

As it is always recommended to have travel insurance while traveling, no matter the destination Montserrat is not an exception.

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Montserrat Weather Averages (Temperatures)

Jan 25° C
Feb 25° C
Mar 25° C
Apr 26° C
May 27° C
Jun 28° C
Jul 28° C
Aug 28° C
Sep 28° C
Oct 27° C
Nov 26° C
Dec 25° C
Choose Temperature Unit

Average High/Low Temperature

Temperature / MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High
°C
282829303131313132312928
Low
°C
212121222324242423232322
High
°F
828284868888888890888482
Low
°F
707070727375757573737372

Where to Next?

2 Reviews on Montserrat

  1. K
    Keira Lyons says:

    Wine tasting

    The tour I took had a wine tasting experience, as me and my husband are fond of drinks we definitely enjoyed that leg of the trip. Ha ha! Also, if you’re up for a performance, the boys choir are a talented group and if I’m not mistaken perform daily. You would be able to fit one show in your schedule.

    1. K
      Keithroy says:

      ???

      Are you talking about Montserrat in the West Indies or Montserrat in Spain?

Montserrat Rated 4.5 / 5 based on 2 user reviews.

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