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South of Broad

Charleston · Go

It was quiet as all get out — Don Ski (Flickr, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)

96out of 100

Overall safety score

“Go. South of Broad is one of the safest and most historic residential enclaves in the United States. Violent crime is virtually nonexistent, making it exceptionally comfortable to explore on foot at any time of day.”
— Gogo, on South of Broad

Walk score

78/100

Bike score

83/100

About the area

Historic / ScenicAffluent ResidentialWaterfront PromenadeQuiet & Peaceful

South of Broad occupies the southern tip of the Charleston peninsula, characterized by grand antebellum mansions, quiet cobblestone lanes, and harbor views. Primarily an affluent residential area, it encompasses iconic landmarks like Rainbow Row, The Battery, and White Point Garden. The atmosphere is tranquil, picturesque, and heavily oriented around historic preservation.

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Scores are safety-driven: recent crime levels and local news, plus Census data on income and poverty, housing, education and household make-up, and access to vehicles, internet and health coverage. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee. Neighborhood outlines come from official city and US Census boundary data.

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