There are areas of every city where you can feel less safe. If you are aware before you visit you wont find yourself caught by surprise. Always ask the locals as they will know better than anyone.
There are a high percentage of sexual assaults reported across the city centre – averaging more than one a day.
The data obtained by Manchester Evening News shows a large proportion of all sex crimes reported in the city centre were in the Gay Village.
Overall, there have been 484 violent incidents in Piccadilly Gardens in the twelve month period covered by the data.
Avoid walking alone through Manchester City Centre at night whenever possible. Have fun, but always be aware of your surroundings.