Comments on: A trip to Oslo’s “Ghetto”

By: SHN

SHN — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 17:17:21 +0000

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A person coming from Stovner, it’s not that bad compared to some other places in America. It’s still bad because of violence, discrimination, and criminal activities, but the difference is the reason why it becomes “ghetto.” In other places, the reason could be discrimination and racism, or other things like the economy. For example, many people from ghetto areas sell drugs to make money since they live in poverty.
But in Stovner, Vestli, or in general Oslo, boys or even young adults try to make “ghetto” a cultural thing. No, it should not be a part of a culture. Some of them are really childish, and it’s obvious that they think they’re cool with their mini IKEA knife their mom bought. They have no reason to sell illegal things. Yes, I know you and your family can struggle with money, but in many cases, your mom and dad make a decent income. You don’t really need to do these types of things.
For example, there’s this 7th grader, yes, they come that young, who is selling vapes. He was seen in a park asking older kids if they want to buy. And guess what? His dad makes more than a decent income, like a very, very good income, working with oil and stuff.
From my experience since childhood, it can’t be that bad, but everyone is “racist” even though they’re mostly people with a different background. Sometimes kids shout racist comments. If you visit Stovner, you can see it’s a general crowd doing it, and I’m 100% sure I’ve experienced more racism and discrimination from people with immigrant parents than Caucasian people.
And is it scary? No. Some people overreact about the area. It’s just foul and rude comments being thrown, and you’ll hear about some stabbings, but that’s just dumb kids who think they’re “ghetto.”
Lastly, and this is important, it’s not ghetto people. Just stupid people doing stupid stuff.

By: Sara

Sara — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 09:49:32 +0000

In reply to Pootis. I live in Holmlia, and it’s a lovely and family friendly neighbourhood, with an abundance of playgrounds and communal gardens. We just get a bad rep because the area is mostly inhabited by non-whites. It’s just good old racism :)

By: Sara Elle

Sara Elle — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 09:47:24 +0000

I was Googling so-called dangerous areas in Oslo (I’m born and bred, and find the claim laughable), and this was the first link I clicked, gladly so. I got to see a picture of my godfather that I hadn’t seen before (purple suit, long curly hair, on stage with Frank Znort at Blå) He passed away in 2012, so idk, was just nice to see… What a cute little coincidence…

I hope you enjoyed your stay in Oslo.

By: MG

MG — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 04:09:43 +0000

Elsa’s comment is typical of the “bohemian” art student that has been brainwashed by the left. Don’t come crying after you get raped/stabbed by a pack of Muslims.

By: Pootis

Pootis — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 16:23:26 +0000

In reply to Chloe.

The ting about Oslo’s “ghetto” is that it spreads out across all east side, almost. Places like Grønnland and Grünerløkka isn’t that ghetto as you would think, because of all the restaurants and people going through. Places like “Holmlia”, “stovner” “romsås” and “tøyen” on the other hand, is a bit worse. There is less people walking around there, to the “gangsters” or “teenage gangsters” that means basically a place to hang out, smoke some weed, etc. So if i were you i wouldn’t wander around there at night time. At least not alone! 😉 – Pootis, Oslo Norway

By: Elsa

Elsa — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 14:12:05 +0000

Grønnland has culture and character, unlike most other dead boring places in Oslo. It’s not any more dangerous than any other place in Oslo. Infact the quieter more upscale areas of Oslo is notorious for theft and robbery.
Grønnland is a home for all the outcasts, all the artists and people who are on the margins of society. A fantastic place for amazing things to happen.

By: Chloe

Chloe — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 21:13:47 +0000

I am moving to Oslo at the end of April and looking for cheaper residences, naturally this area came up. When I read “ghetto” I was simultaneously curious and concerned as a single female. However, after reading this…I feel like compared to where I grew up (Winnipeg, MB Canada) and where I have lived for the past 9 years (Vancouver, BC Canada) this seems like a walk in the park. Both cities have there reputations, one for being the highest murder capital and the other for drugs and intense poverty -think skid row in LA.
Super informative.
Takk!

By: Bryan Zapata

Bryan Zapata — Sun, 09 Nov 2014 22:03:17 +0000

Great insight into oslo’s “ghetto” really puts a lot of perspective, especially as a guy born and raised in Los angeles.