St. Andrews is a fairly safe place to visit.  Having said this, there are certain precautions that should be taken in order to ensure a safe trip through Scotland.  As always, common sense is the most important used for staying safe.

            Avoid travelling alone at night.  This is a general recommendation for any unfamiliar area, but should be followed in St. Andrews as well.  If staying with a group is not an option, make sure to remain in well-lit areas and take safe modes of transportation, like cars or taxis.  Walking alone at night is never a good idea, especially for women.

            Although street crime is rare in St. Andrews, one should avoid certain situations.  Don’t carry around large amounts of money, and avoid wearing expensive jewellery or looking flashy.  Drawing unneeded attention is never a good idea.  Try blending into the crown instead of sticking out. 

            Another general warning is not to wander into areas that feel unsafe.  Use good judgment.

Be aware of the students - without lights on bikes, clearing out the Tesco supermarket shelves

            In case of an emergency, dial 999 (the country’s emergency phone number) from any phone.  In non emergency situations, visit the Fife Police Website, to determine the correct number to call.  This site provides general information about law enforcement issues throughout the entire Fife Kingdom.