Cities / Charleston
Charleston neighborhood safety scores
76 Charleston neighborhoods scored, averaging 86/100. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually. Every area links straight to its outline on the map.
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Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- Central Kiawah Island· CharlestonCentral Kiawah Island serves as the recreational and hospitality heart of Kiawah Island, centered around Night Heron Park and the luxury accommodation97Go
- Central Seabrook Island· CharlestonLocated on a private barrier island southwest of historic Charleston, Central Seabrook Island is characterized by maritime forests, expansive tidal ma97Go
- Southwest Kiawah Island-Seabrook Island· CharlestonComprising private barrier island resort communities southwest of Charleston, Kiawah and Seabrook Islands offer pristine maritime forests, expansive b97Go
- Central Sullivan's Island· CharlestonCentral Sullivan's Island serves as the charming heart of this affluent barrier island, centered around Middle Street's celebrated dining corridor and97Go
- South of Broad· CharlestonOccupying the southernmost tip of the Charleston peninsula, South of Broad is world-famous for its pristine antebellum mansions, cobblestone alleys, a97Go
- South Charleston· CharlestonOccupying the southernmost tip of the Charleston Peninsula, this neighborhood is celebrated for its antebellum mansions, cobblestone lanes, and iconic95Go
- White Point· CharlestonWhite Point anchors the iconic South of Broad district, famous for grand antebellum mansions, moss-draped live oaks, and panoramic harbor views. Visit95Go
- Ashley Harbor· CharlestonAshley Harbor is an established, gated community situated along the scenic Ashley River in Charleston's West Ashley area. Known for custom executive h95Go
- The Crescent· CharlestonThe Crescent is an exclusive, historic West Ashley enclave characterized by majestic moss-draped live oaks, sweeping waterfront lots along Wappoo Cree95Go
- Central Isle of Palms· CharlestonCentral Isle of Palms serves as the commercial hub and main public beach access point of this upscale barrier island city. Centered along Ocean Boulev94Go
- Charleston Harbor· CharlestonCharleston Harbor is the historic maritime centerpiece of the Lowcountry, bordered by scenic waterfront parks, bustling marinas, and historic forts. V93Go
- French Quarter· CharlestonOccupying a central part of historic downtown Charleston, the French Quarter is celebrated for its centuries-old architecture, cobblestone alleys, art92Go
- Harleston Village· CharlestonHarleston Village is an upscale, picturesque historic district characterized by grand antebellum architecture, moss-draped live oaks, and the tidal wa92Go
- Ansonborough· CharlestonAnsonborough is an affluent, historic district situated immediately north of the Charleston City Market and bounded by East Bay and Meeting streets. R92Go
- Seaside· CharlestonSeaside is a picturesque, marsh-lined residential community situated on James Island just minutes from Folly Beach and Historic Downtown Charleston. I92Go
- Three Trees· CharlestonThree Trees is a quiet, waterfront neighborhood located on James Island along the Stono River. It features mature live oaks draped in Spanish moss, sp92Go
- Central McClellanville· CharlestonCentral McClellanville is a historic shrimping and coastal village nestled between Francis Marion National Forest and Cape Romain National Wildlife Re91Go
- Southeast Charleston· CharlestonSoutheast Charleston occupies the southern tip of the historic peninsula, famous for its grand antebellum mansions, cobblestone alleys, and scenic har91Go
- South James Island· CharlestonSouth James Island is a leafy, low-density maritime suburb situated between Charleston Harbor and Folly Beach. It features tree-lined residential neig91Go
- Indigo Point· CharlestonIndigo Point is a tranquil, established suburban neighborhood nestled along the tidal marshes and Ashley River in Charleston's West Ashley area. It fe91Go
- Central Meggett· CharlestonCentral Meggett is a serene, rural enclave located in southwestern Charleston County, known for its agricultural heritage, grand live oaks, and marsh 90Go
- Northeast Folly Beach· CharlestonNortheast Folly Beach encompasses the peaceful residential and natural stretch of the barrier island extending toward Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preser90Go
- West Meggett· CharlestonWest Meggett is an expansive rural community located southwest of Charleston in the Stono River basin. It is defined by sprawling farms, tidal creeks,90Go
- Southwest Isle of Palms· CharlestonOccupying the southern tip of Isle of Palms near Breach Inlet and Front Beach, this area features elevated coastal homes, oceanfront vacation rentals,90Go
- East James Island· CharlestonEast James Island is a verdant, marsh-lined suburban area featuring quiet residential subdivisions, tidal creeks, and established neighborhood commerc90Go
- The Citadel· CharlestonThe Citadel neighborhood encompasses the historic military college campus and borders picturesque Hampton Park on the northwest edge of the Charleston90Go
- Harbor View· CharlestonHarbor View is a picturesque, established residential enclave on James Island, known for its mature live oaks, marsh vistas, and quiet streets. It ser90Go
- Sandhurst· CharlestonSandhurst is an established mid-century subdivision in West Ashley, situated just northwest of historic Charles Towne Landing. The community is strict90Go
- Parsonage Point· CharlestonParsonage Point is an established, waterfront-adjacent residential neighborhood in the West Ashley area of Charleston known for its moss-draped live o90Go
- Drum Island· CharlestonDrum Island is an uninhabited, marshy island situated in the Cooper River between downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant. Originally used as a dredge 90Go
- Grove Creek Village· CharlestonGrove Creek Village is a modern suburban enclave situated along the growing Clements Ferry Road corridor near the Wando River. It consists primarily o90Go
- Oakland· CharlestonOakland is a pleasant, mature suburban neighborhood in the Charleston area defined by tree-canopied streets, single-family homes, and convenient proxi89Go
- West Folly Beach· CharlestonWest Folly Beach encompasses the quieter western portion of Folly Island along West Ashley Avenue, ending at Folly Beach County Park. It is predominan89Go
- Central James Island· CharlestonCentral James Island is a quintessential coastal South Carolina community characterized by live oaks draped in Spanish moss, mid-century ranch homes, 89Go
- Southwest Edisto Island· CharlestonSouthwest Edisto Island offers a secluded Lowcountry landscape defined by sprawling salt marshes, maritime forests, and tranquil tidal waterways. It s89Go
- Southwest Wadmalaw Island· CharlestonSouthwest Wadmalaw Island is characterized by vast farmland, tidal creeks, maritime forests, and centuries-old live oaks draped in Spanish moss. It of88Go
- South Johns Island· CharlestonOccupying the lower portion of the largest island in South Carolina, South Johns Island is characterized by vast farmland, equestrian estates, tidal c88Go
- Huntington Woods· CharlestonHuntington Woods is a mature, wooded suburban community situated in Charleston's West Ashley area. Characterized by traditional single-family homes, q88Go
- Essex· CharlestonLocated in Charleston's West Ashley district along the Ashley River corridor, Essex is an established residential enclave characterized by single-fami88Go
- Sherwood Forest· CharlestonSherwood Forest is a classic mid-century suburban neighborhood in Charleston's West Ashley area, characterized by mature live oaks, brick ranch homes,87Go
- Northeast McClellanville· CharlestonLocated on the northern fringe of Charleston County near the edge of the Francis Marion National Forest, this area is characterized by vast pine woodl87Go
- West Johns Island· CharlestonWest Johns Island offers an atmospheric, Lowcountry blend of ancient live oaks, working farms, and burgeoning residential subdivisions just outside hi87Go
- Central Folly Beach· CharlestonCentral Folly Beach is the walkable downtown core of Folly Island, centered around Center Street and the iconic oceanfront fishing pier. It features a87Go
- West West Ashley· CharlestonWest West Ashley encompasses the outer suburban developments and green spaces west of Interstate 526 in Charleston. It features master-planned communi87Go
- Wagener Terrace· CharlestonOccupying the northwestern tip of the Charleston peninsula along the Ashley River, Wagener Terrace is a predominantly residential enclave characterize87Go
- Creek Point· CharlestonCreek Point is an established, tree-lined residential neighborhood located in the West Ashley section of Charleston, South Carolina, close to tidal ma87Go
- Central Johns Island· CharlestonCentral Johns Island combines historic Lowcountry farmland and live oak canopies with modern residential communities and a burgeoning culinary corrido86Go
- West Charleston· CharlestonWest Charleston, separated from the historic downtown peninsula by the Ashley River, offers a blend of mid-century residential neighborhoods, historic86Go
- Hampton Park Terrace· CharlestonHampton Park Terrace is an early 20th-century residential enclave filled with craftsman bungalows, Spanish colonial revival homes, and live oak-lined 86Go
- Mazyck-Wraggborough· CharlestonSituated just north of Calhoun Street on the Charleston peninsula, Mazyck-Wraggborough is known as the Garden District of Charleston for its generous 86Go
- Murry Hill· CharlestonMurry Hill is a mature mid-century residential neighborhood situated in West Ashley, characterized by single-family homes, mature oak trees, and quiet86Go
- Medical District· CharlestonOccupying the western portion of peninsular Charleston along the Ashley River, the Medical District is dominated by hospital complexes, research facil85Go
- Radcliffeborough· CharlestonBordered by King Street and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Radcliffeborough features quiet residential streets lined with classic 1985Go
- Church Creek· CharlestonChurch Creek is an established suburban district in West Ashley centered along Ashley River Road and Bees Ferry Road, characterized by residential sub85Go
- West Ravenel-Hollywood· CharlestonWest Ravenel-Hollywood is an expansive, rural-to-suburban fringe area located southwest of Charleston along Savannah Highway and SC-162. Visitors enco84Go
- Central West Ashley· CharlestonCentral West Ashley is a sprawling, mature suburban area of Charleston characterized by mid-century subdivisions, moss-draped live oaks, and active co84Go
- Green Acres· CharlestonGreen Acres is a mature, leafy neighborhood located in Charleston's West Ashley section, characterized by brick ranch-style homes and shaded streets. 84Go
- Orleans Estates· CharlestonOrleans Estates is a quiet mid-century residential neighborhood located in the West Ashley district of Charleston, framed by major commercial thorough84Go
- Essex West· CharlestonEssex West is a mature residential subdivision located in Charleston's West Ashley area, featuring tree-lined streets and well-kept single-family bric84Go
- South Hollywood· CharlestonLocated southwest of Charleston near the Stono River and Meggett, South Hollywood is characterized by tidal marsh views, sprawling residential acreage83Go
- Southwest Ravenel-Hollywood· CharlestonSouthwest Ravenel-Hollywood is a rural and semi-rural district in Charleston County characterized by pine forests, marshlands, and quiet single-family83Go
- Ashley Hall Manor· CharlestonAshley Hall Manor is a mid-century residential subdivision located in Charleston's West Ashley district, bounded by Ashley River Road and quiet tidal 83Go
- Central Hollywood· CharlestonCentral Hollywood encompasses the small municipal core and surrounding woodlands of Hollywood in western Charleston County. It offers a pastoral setti82Go
- Cannonborough-Elliotborough· CharlestonCannonborough-Elliotborough is an eclectic, historic residential neighborhood known for classic Charleston single houses, indie boutiques, and a dense81Go
- Central Ravenel· CharlestonLocated southwest of Charleston along Savannah Highway (US-17), Ravenel is a semi-rural town characterized by expansive wooded lots, local markets, an80Go
- Greenwood Park· CharlestonGreenwood Park is a charming, quiet residential pocket situated in Charleston's Upper Peninsula near Wagener Terrace and Hampton Park. The area featur80Go
Go, stay aware — 6 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- North Central Charleston· CharlestonNorth Central is an upper-peninsula residential neighborhood featuring colorful historic cottages, mature live oaks, and an acclaimed culinary scene. 79Go, stay aware
- Cypress· CharlestonCypress refers to the charming residential enclave along Cypress Street in the upper peninsula/North Central district of Charleston. Characterized by 79Go, stay aware
- Ashleyville· CharlestonAshleyville (historically incorporated as Maryville) is an established residential neighborhood in Charleston's West Ashley area, situated along the s78Go, stay aware
- Central Lincolnville· CharlestonCentral Lincolnville is a quiet, historically significant settlement founded in 1889 by African American freedmen, situated just outside Summerville o73Go, stay aware
- Westside· CharlestonLocated on the upper west side of the Charleston peninsula near the Ashley River and Harmon Field, Westside features historic Charleston single houses73Go, stay aware
- Central Ladson· CharlestonCentral Ladson is a sprawling, working-class suburb straddling Berkeley and Dorchester counties northwest of North Charleston. The area is best known 72Go, stay aware
Caution — 4 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- Charleston Neck· CharlestonCharleston Neck occupies the narrow upper strip of the Charleston peninsula, connecting historic downtown to North Charleston. Once almost entirely in64Caution
- Northwest Charleston· CharlestonNorthwest Charleston is a diverse, evolving section of the Charleston peninsula that blends historic single-family cottages with converted industrial 63Caution
- Eastside· CharlestonEastside is a historic, predominantly residential neighborhood on the upper Charleston peninsula known for its rich Gullah Geechee heritage and classi56Caution
- North Charleston· CharlestonNorth Charleston serves as the industrial, logistics, and retail hub of the Charleston metro area, hosting the international airport, the performing a49Caution