<p>How safe do students feel on campus as well as in the city of Bethlehem itself? I love Lehigh but I don't want to be in a city that makes me feel unsafe :(</p>
<p>I can only speak for my son and his girlfriend, they both feel completely safe on campus. There are a few scetchy blocks next to campus and then you get into the quaint historical area of Bethlehem which is very safe. Last year there were a few muggings in the area next to campus, so do not walk alone at night off campus.</p>
<p>Lehigh continues to try to buy areas around the campus and turn them around, so it seems to be improving each year. In the meantime they are working with Lehigh Police to tighten up patrols in the problem area.</p>
<p>Like any city you’ll find a small amount of crime. As long as you take the necessary precautions - which honestly should be common sense, such as not walking around South Bethlehem very late at night by yourself, you should be fine. Crime on campus is extremely rare as well, like mum said.</p>
<p>thanks everyone for your help!</p>