Benidorm draws in approximately five million visitors each year, but a British expat has issued a safety warning to tourists considering a trip to the popular Spanish resort07:36, 03 Jun 2026Updated 07:37, 03 Jun 2026Attracting roughly five million visitors annually, Benidorm ranks among Spain's most cherished holiday hotspots. Harry Poulton initially discovered the resort during a getaway with mates at 18, and now, aged 24, he views his move there as the best decision he's ever taken.‌However, existence in Benidorm isn't purely sandy beaches and perpetual blue skies. The British expat is eager to share a cautionary message with tourists considering a trip to the renowned coastal town. Addressing his TikTok audience, Harry identified three locations he deems most risky in the nightlife destination, advising visitors to give them a wide berth.‌At the top of his list sits the infamous 'Yellow Brick Road,' a heaving strip crammed with bars and eateries that serves as a key entertainment district, covering thoroughfares including Leanto Street, Ibiza Street, and Leerida Street.‌Harry advised: "The Yellow Brick Road - this little public pathway [...] leads all the way up to the Rio Park. Now, it has been known for a few things, mainly small thefts like pickpocketing. Generally, during the day, it's absolutely fine. I'd recommend avoiding it at night."Second on his list is Pueblo Alley, located near the Hotel Pueblo adjacent to Levante Beach. The Brighton-based content creator warned: "This is one I definitely recommend avoiding, especially late at night, as you do get the pickpockets hanging around this area." Harry continued: "You also get the odd lady of the night. There are plenty of other ways around." Topping the list as the number one spot to steer clear of is 'Mugger's Alley', according to Harry. He insists: "It is the most notorious - it's the one we all know. Known for pickpocketing, ladies of the night, it's just an area I would avoid.‌"They're even doing these new taxi scams. It's crazy. Save yourself the hassle and cross the road."Additional warnings surfaced on a public Facebook page named Benidorm Forever, where someone posted: "It's located at the start of the strip opposite the Hotel Flash and runs behind the white 'SATE' building, near Morgan Tavern. It's safe enough in the day but late at night you'll likely get approached by 'hugger muggers' (individuals who will invade your space pretending to know you whilst swiping your valuables), prostitutes and robbers."They cautioned: "Men on their own are the main target so stay together and walk in front of the sate building, not behind it. Remember most crimes in Benidorm are non violent, it's your phone and cash they're after, so keep both out of site and if you do get robbed you need to visit the SATE office (opposite the hotel Flash) in office hours to make a police report."Article continues belowDespite highlighting the resort's rougher patches, Harry remains a passionate advocate for this beloved sunny hotspot. He insists that many Brits have a fundamentally warped view of the destination, dismissing widely-held assumptions about elaborate scams and extortionate bar prices as pure nonsense.Since swapping Brighton for Benidorm, Harry has also found that his everyday living costs have dropped significantly, with monthly expenses coming in somewhere between £500 and £1,000, bills included.Harry declared: "If you live here, you get it. Benidorm is paradise - and anyone who says otherwise is lying."