Cities / Columbus
Is Columbus, OH safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 128 Columbus neighborhoods we score (average 70/100), 77 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 51 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
Safest neighborhoods in Columbus
- 1Hamilton Quarter· ColumbusSituated along the SR-161 and Hamilton Road corridor near New Albany, Hamilton Quarter features contemporary multi-family residences, major corporate…90Go
- 2Far Northwest Columbus· ColumbusFar Northwest Columbus is an affluent, sprawling suburban district bordering the municipalities of Dublin and Worthington. Renowned for its…89Go
- 3Quarry Trails· ColumbusQuarry Trails is a reclaimed limestone quarry transformed into an outdoor recreation hub and upscale master-planned neighborhood along the Scioto…89Go
- 4Northwest Columbus (OH)· ColumbusNorthwest Columbus is a prosperous suburban enclave featuring quiet residential subdivisions, bustling commercial corridors along Bethel and Sawmill…88Go
- 5Hayden Run· ColumbusHayden Run is a modern, rapidly developed suburban sector bridging Columbus, Dublin, and Hilliard characterized by newer master-planned housing…88Go
All Columbus neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 35 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- Hamilton Quarter· ColumbusSituated along the SR-161 and Hamilton Road corridor near New Albany, Hamilton Quarter features contemporary multi-family residences, major corporate…90Go
- Far Northwest Columbus· ColumbusFar Northwest Columbus is an affluent, sprawling suburban district bordering the municipalities of Dublin and Worthington. Renowned for its…89Go
- Quarry Trails· ColumbusQuarry Trails is a reclaimed limestone quarry transformed into an outdoor recreation hub and upscale master-planned neighborhood along the Scioto…89Go
- Northwest Columbus (OH)· ColumbusNorthwest Columbus is a prosperous suburban enclave featuring quiet residential subdivisions, bustling commercial corridors along Bethel and Sawmill…88Go
- Hayden Run· ColumbusHayden Run is a modern, rapidly developed suburban sector bridging Columbus, Dublin, and Hilliard characterized by newer master-planned housing…88Go
- Clintonville· ColumbusSituated just north of The Ohio State University, Clintonville is a charming, tree-lined neighborhood known for independent shops, scenic ravines…87Go
- Walhalla Park Place· ColumbusWalhalla Park Place is a historic, ravine-adjacent residential enclave in Columbus's North Clintonville neighborhood. Known for its lush canopy…87Go
- Tuttle Crossing· ColumbusTuttle Crossing is an auto-centric suburban hub centered around The Mall at Tuttle Crossing, corporate office parks, and multi-family residential…86Go
- Baby Farms· ColumbusBaby Farms is a peaceful residential neighborhood in Northwest Columbus characterized by ranch-style homes on generous lots and mature trees. While…86Go
- Indian Springs (Columbus)· ColumbusIndian Springs is a peaceful, leafy neighborhood in North Columbus nestled between central Clintonville and Beechwold. Known for its well-maintained…86Go
- Old Clintonville· ColumbusOld Clintonville is a charming, tree-filled neighborhood located just north of Ohio State University, known for its Craftsman-style homes and…86Go
- Beechwold· ColumbusBeechwold is a leafy, historic enclave situated just north of central Clintonville and bordered by the Olentangy River. Known for its distinct stone…85Go
- Whetstone (Columbus)· ColumbusSituated within the Clintonville area along the Olentangy River, Whetstone is famous for its 130-acre community park and the Columbus Park of Roses…85Go
- Carmenton· ColumbusCarmenton is Ohio State University's premier innovation district situated on West Campus, hosting cutting-edge medical facilities, private tech…85Go
- Knolls West· ColumbusKnolls West is an established, tree-lined residential community in Northwest Columbus featuring mid-century single-family homes and well-maintained…85Go
- Far North Columbus· ColumbusFar North Columbus encompasses the outer northern edge of the city stretching toward Delaware County, centered around major retail corridors…84Go
- East Beechwold· ColumbusEast Beechwold is a peaceful residential neighborhood tucked between North High Street and Indianola Avenue in Columbus's greater Clintonville area…84Go
- Beechwold Arts District· ColumbusSituated just north of central Clintonville along the North High Street corridor, Beechwold features a distinctive blend of independent businesses…84Go
- Crestview (Columbus)· ColumbusCrestview is a scenic, historic neighborhood in Columbus celebrated for its early 20th-century craftsman bungalows, mature tree canopy, and proximity…84Go
- German Village· ColumbusGerman Village is a charming 19th-century historic neighborhood directly south of Downtown Columbus, known for its restored red-brick cottages, slate…84Go
- Fifth by Northwest· ColumbusFifth by Northwest (5xNW) is a lively, high-density residential enclave favored by young professionals, healthcare workers, and Ohio State graduate…84Go
- Harrison West· ColumbusTucked directly west of Victorian Village along the Olentangy River, Harrison West features charming 19th-century architecture, quiet tree-lined…84Go
- West Scioto· ColumbusWest Scioto is a leafy, suburban-feeling section of northwest Columbus bordered by the Scioto River, Upper Arlington, and Hilliard. It is known…83Go
- South Clintonville· ColumbusSouth Clintonville is a leafy, residential community located immediately north of the Ohio State University campus area. It is characterized by early…83Go
- Devon Triangle· ColumbusDevon Triangle is an attractive, established residential pocket nestled close to Upper Arlington and Grandview Heights. Characterized by well-kept…83Go
- Knolls-Thomas· ColumbusKnolls-Thomas is a leafy, mid-century residential community nestled between the Olentangy corridor and the Bethel Road retail area in Northwest…82Go
- Hyde Park (Columbus)· ColumbusHyde Park is an established, residential neighborhood in Northwest Columbus characterized by mature trees, mid-century single-family homes, and…82Go
- Arena District· ColumbusThe Arena District is a modern sports, dining, and entertainment hub situated just northwest of Downtown Columbus. Anchored by Nationwide Arena and…82Go
- The Circles· ColumbusThe Circles is a quiet, tree-lined enclave known for its unique concentric street design, well-maintained Victorian homes, and pocket green spaces…81Go
- Founders Park· ColumbusFounders Park is a newly constructed neighborhood pocket adjacent to Battelle and the Olentangy River, featuring contemporary townhomes, luxury…80Go
- Northcrest· ColumbusNorthcrest is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in Northwest Columbus characterized by mature trees, single-family homes, and…80Go
- Thurber Village· ColumbusThurber Village is a quiet, tree-lined residential enclave in Columbus's Near Northside, bridging the historic charm of Victorian Village with the…80Go
- Scioto Peninsula· ColumbusScioto Peninsula sits directly across the Scioto River from Downtown Columbus, anchored by major cultural institutions like COSI and the National…80Go
- Brewery District· ColumbusSituated just south of Downtown and adjacent to German Village, the Brewery District blends 19th-century industrial heritage with modern lofts, bars…80Go
- River South· ColumbusRiver South is a vibrant, modern district in southwest Downtown Columbus bordered by the Scioto River, Columbus Commons, and the historic High Street…80Go
Go, stay aware — 42 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Riverview (Columbus)· ColumbusBordering the scenic Olentangy River just north of The Ohio State University, Riverview is a residential enclave made up of apartment communities and…78Go, stay aware
- Rocky Fork-Blacklick· ColumbusRocky Fork-Blacklick is an expansive suburban and semi-rural planning district in northeast Franklin County, situated between Gahanna, New Albany…78Go, stay aware
- Thurman Square· ColumbusThurman Square sits along the boundary of German Village and Merion Village, centered around historic brick homes, leafy side streets, and notable…76Go, stay aware
- Berwick· ColumbusBerwick is an established, picturesque post-war suburb within city limits, famous for its sprawling mid-century ranch homes and manicured lawns. It…76Go, stay aware
- Chaseland· ColumbusChaseland is an established suburban-style neighborhood situated between Clintonville and Worthington in northern Columbus. It is largely defined by…76Go, stay aware
- Merion Village· ColumbusSituated immediately south of German Village, Merion Village features picturesque turn-of-the-century brick cottages, quiet tree-lined streets, and…76Go, stay aware
- Indianola Highlands· ColumbusIndianola Highlands is a quiet, tree-lined residential pocket featuring early 20th-century craftsman homes, duplexes, and quiet side streets…76Go, stay aware
- Glen Echo (Columbus)· ColumbusGlen Echo is an intimate historic neighborhood situated between the University District and Clintonville, defined by its scenic ravine park and…76Go, stay aware
- Easton· ColumbusEaston is northeast Columbus's premier lifestyle and retail district, designed to resemble a classic mid-century town square with indoor and outdoor…75Go, stay aware
- Far West Columbus· ColumbusFar West Columbus spans the outer western fringe of the city along the I-270 outerbelt, West Broad Street, and Hilliard-Rome Road. The area is…75Go, stay aware
- Salem (Columbus)· ColumbusSalem is an established mid-century neighborhood in Columbus's Northland area, characterized by modest single-family ranch homes, mature trees, and…75Go, stay aware
- Civic Center· ColumbusCivic Center serves as the governmental and scenic riverfront heart of Columbus, featuring the Scioto Mile, City Hall, and historic public…74Go, stay aware
- St. Marys· ColumbusSt. Marys is a compact, historic residential pocket in South Columbus anchored by the iconic spires of St. Mary Catholic Church and historic…74Go, stay aware
- Woodland-Holt· ColumbusWoodland-Holt is an outer-ring suburban neighborhood in southwest Columbus featuring residential subdivisions, multi-family apartment communities…74Go, stay aware
- Warehouse District (Columbus)· ColumbusLocated just northeast of Downtown Columbus, the Historic Warehouse District blends industrial architecture with modern loft living and bustling…74Go, stay aware
- Potter's Creek· ColumbusPotter's Creek is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood characterized by single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and modest residential…74Go, stay aware
- Italian Village (Columbus)· ColumbusSituated immediately east of the Short North Arts District, Italian Village blends historic brick duplexes with sleek modern residential infill. It…74Go, stay aware
- Northwood Park (Columbus)· ColumbusNorthwood Park is a designated historic district characterized by early 20th-century Craftsman and American Foursquare homes along brick-paved…74Go, stay aware
- Tuttle Park· ColumbusTuttle Park is an energetic neighborhood bordering the Olentangy River and the northern edge of the Ohio State University campus. It offers an active…74Go, stay aware
- Westgate (Columbus)· ColumbusWestgate is a historic 1920s streetcar-era garden suburb characterized by charming Tudor, Cape Cod, and Craftsman homes surrounding an expansive…72Go, stay aware
- Downtown Columbus· ColumbusDowntown Columbus serves as the civic, corporate, and cultural heart of Ohio's capital, defined by the Scioto Riverfront, Capitol Square, and a…72Go, stay aware
- Framingham· ColumbusFramingham is an established suburban community in northeast Columbus characterized by 1960s single-family ranch homes, mature trees, and a diverse…72Go, stay aware
- Greenfield Estates· ColumbusGreenfield Estates is an established, predominantly single-family suburban community situated in Columbus's Far East sector near Reynoldsburg. The…72Go, stay aware
- Summit Plain· ColumbusSummit Plain is a suburban residential neighborhood situated on Columbus's East Side near Reynoldsburg, consisting mainly of single-family…71Go, stay aware
- Iuka Ravine· ColumbusIuka Ravine is a secluded historic district in Columbus nestled into a deep glacial ravine just east of Ohio State University. Known for its rustic…71Go, stay aware
- Eastgate (Columbus)· ColumbusEastgate is a tree-lined residential neighborhood characterized by mid-20th-century brick cottages, bungalows, and well-tended lawns. Situated…71Go, stay aware
- Arlington Park· ColumbusArlington Park is an established suburban-style neighborhood situated in northeast Columbus, featuring modest single-family homes, apartment…70Go, stay aware
- Northgate· ColumbusNorthgate is a mid-century suburban-style neighborhood on the North Side of Columbus characterized by single-family ranch homes, garden apartments…70Go, stay aware
- Clinton Estates· ColumbusClinton Estates is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in northeast Columbus featuring mid-century ranch homes and tree-lined…70Go, stay aware
- NECKO· ColumbusNECKO (North East Campus Knowledge Organization) is a spirited residential pocket situated just north of Ohio State's main campus. It features…70Go, stay aware
- Market Mohawk District· ColumbusMarket Mohawk is a revitalizing downtown district in Columbus featuring modern multi-family residences, historic buildings, and a bustling dining row…70Go, stay aware
- Old North Columbus· ColumbusSituated just north of Ohio State University's main campus, Old North Columbus is an energetic, eclectic enclave known for its historic music scene…70Go, stay aware
- SoHud· ColumbusSouth of Hudson (SoHud) is a bohemian, student- and artist-heavy residential enclave nestled between the OSU campus area and Clintonville. The…70Go, stay aware
- Short North· ColumbusThe Short North Arts District is Columbus's cultural anchor, centered along North High Street between Downtown and Ohio State University. It features…70Go, stay aware
- Cherry Creek· ColumbusCherry Creek is an established mid-to-late 20th-century subdivision located on the Far West Side of Columbus. The neighborhood consists mainly of…69Go, stay aware
- Peach District· ColumbusThe Peach District, tucked between Victorian Village and the OSU South Campus area, features historic brick houses, student apartments, and easy…69Go, stay aware
- Walnut Creek (Columbus)· ColumbusWalnut Creek is an outer East Side neighborhood centered near Big Walnut Creek, combining post-war single-family subdivisions with large apartment…68Go, stay aware
- Woodland Park (Columbus)· ColumbusWoodland Park is an architecturally rich, tree-lined neighborhood situated on the Near East Side of Columbus, renowned for its stately historic…67Go, stay aware
- Westland· ColumbusWestland is an expansive, car-centric area in far west Columbus characterized by single-family subdivisions, strip centers, and the ongoing…66Go, stay aware
- Weinland Park· ColumbusWeinland Park is a revitalizing urban neighborhood located just south of the Ohio State University campus and directly north of the Short North Arts…66Go, stay aware
- South Campus· ColumbusSouth Campus is a high-density collegiate neighborhood directly bordering The Ohio State University, characterized by student apartments, lively…66Go, stay aware
- Indianola Forest· ColumbusIndianola Forest is a historic sub-neighborhood in Columbus's University District known for early 20th-century Craftsman and Foursquare architecture…66Go, stay aware
Caution — 47 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- Edgewood Acres (Columbus)· ColumbusEdgewood Acres is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in western Franklin County near Lincoln Village. Dominated by modest…64Caution
- Brookshire· ColumbusBrookshire is an established mid-century residential neighborhood located on the southwest side of Columbus near Hilltop and Georgesville Road. It…64Caution
- University District· ColumbusSurrounding The Ohio State University, the University District is a bustling collegiate hub featuring historic campus greens, vibrant student…64Caution
- Georgian Heights· ColumbusGeorgian Heights is a mid-century suburban-style neighborhood situated in southwest Columbus, characterized by modest single-family ranch homes and…64Caution
- Far South Columbus· ColumbusFar South Columbus is a sprawling, lower-density section of the city stretching south toward the I-270 outerbelt along the Scioto River corridor. The…64Caution
- Amvet Village· ColumbusAmvet Village is an established, primarily working-class residential subdivision located on the South Side of Columbus near the South High Street…64Caution
- Hungarian Village· ColumbusHungarian Village is a South Side Columbus neighborhood originally built in the early 20th century to house immigrant industrial workers near local…64Caution
- Vassor Village· ColumbusVassor Village is a historic residential enclave situated on Columbus's South Side just south of Merion Village. Characterized by modest early…64Caution
- Indianola Terrace· ColumbusIndianola Terrace is a historic, porch-heavy residential neighborhood situated between the Ohio State University campus area and Old North Columbus…64Caution
- American Addition· ColumbusAmerican Addition is a small, historically Black residential community located in northeast Columbus, tucked between industrial rail lines and Joyce…64Caution
- Franklin Park (Columbus)· ColumbusFranklin Park is an East Side Columbus neighborhood anchored by its expansive 88-acre historic park and world-class botanical conservatory. The area…63Caution
- Milo-Grogan· ColumbusLocated just northeast of the Short North and Italian Village, Milo-Grogan is a historically working-class neighborhood undergoing substantial…63Caution
- Maize-Morse· ColumbusMaize-Morse is a mid-century suburban neighborhood in north-central Columbus characterized by modest single-family ranch homes and strip retail…63Caution
- French Quarter (Columbus)· ColumbusThe French Quarter area, originally developed alongside The Continent entertainment district on the North Side of Columbus, is primarily a dense…62Caution
- Eastwood Heights· ColumbusEastwood Heights is an established mid-century residential neighborhood located on the East Side of Columbus, bordered by working-class subdivisions…62Caution
- Northland (Columbus)· ColumbusLocated in northeast Columbus, Northland is a culturally vibrant and sprawling district that developed rapidly in the mid-to-late 20th century…62Caution
- Olde Towne East· ColumbusOlde Towne East is one of Columbus's oldest residential neighborhoods, characterized by grand 19th-century Victorian homes, tree-canopied streets…62Caution
- Holly Hill· ColumbusHolly Hill is an established mid-century residential neighborhood located on the southwest side of Columbus. Characterized by modest single-family…62Caution
- North-of-Morse· ColumbusNorth-of-Morse is an energetic community in northern Columbus characterized by a rich immigrant heritage, vibrant global retail centers, and…61Caution
- South East Columbus· ColumbusSouth East Columbus is an expansive, car-oriented district characterized by mid-century subdivisions, multi-family apartment communities, and…61Caution
- Northeast Columbus (OH)· ColumbusNortheast Columbus is a sprawling, auto-centric district characterized by mid-century subdivisions, bustling strip malls, and a vibrant multicultural…60Caution
- Mid-East Columbus· ColumbusMid-East Columbus is a diverse, predominantly residential section of the city situated east of Alum Creek and Bexley, extending toward the outer…60Caution
- Shepard· ColumbusShepard is a low-key, predominantly residential neighborhood on Columbus's East Side, bounded along its eastern edge by the Alum Creek greenway…60Caution
- King-Lincoln Bronzeville· ColumbusKing-Lincoln Bronzeville is a historic Near East Side neighborhood renowned as the cultural and commercial heart of Columbus's African American…60Caution
- Millbrook (Columbus)· ColumbusMillbrook is a residential subdivision in southeast Columbus characterized by mid-century single-story ranches, split-levels, and tree-lined suburban…60Caution
- Far East Columbus· ColumbusFar East Columbus is a sprawling, car-centric sector of eastern Franklin County encompassing post-war subdivisions, large apartment complexes, and…60Caution
- Idlewood Manor· ColumbusIdlewood Manor is a mid-century residential neighborhood in East Columbus, predominantly made up of single-family ranches, modest multi-family…60Caution
- Livingston Park· ColumbusLivingston Park is an urban neighborhood on Columbus's Near South Side anchored by its historic park and the massive Nationwide Children's Hospital…60Caution
- Innis Gardens· ColumbusInnis Gardens is an established, modest residential neighborhood situated on the South Side of Columbus. It consists primarily of mid-century…58Caution
- Edgewood (Columbus)· ColumbusEdgewood is a modest, primarily residential community situated south of Sullivant Avenue on Columbus's West Side. It features a grid of mid-century…58Caution
- Old Oaks· ColumbusOld Oaks is a designated historic district on Columbus's Near East Side, characterized by grand early-20th-century homes, brick-paved streets, and…58Caution
- Argyle Park· ColumbusArgyle Park is an established mid-century residential neighborhood located northeast of downtown Columbus near the Ohio History Center and the Ohio…58Caution
- Bannon· ColumbusBannon is a quiet, working-class pocket in South Columbus defined by freight rail yards, light industrial facilities, and older single-family homes…56Caution
- Southern Orchards· ColumbusSouthern Orchards is an urban, historically working-class neighborhood situated immediately south of Nationwide Children's Hospital and east of…56Caution
- South Side (Columbus)· ColumbusColumbus's South Side is a historically working-class, evolving district situated immediately south of German Village. It features a mix of renovated…56Caution
- Broadmeadows· ColumbusBroadmeadows is a dense, predominantly multi-family residential enclave situated just east of the Olentangy River in North Columbus, nestled between…54Caution
- Franklinton· ColumbusFranklinton is one of Columbus's oldest neighborhoods, historically known as 'The Bottoms,' and is currently undergoing significant post-industrial…54Caution
- Mount Vernon (Columbus)· ColumbusMount Vernon is an urban neighborhood on Columbus's Near East Side, adjacent to the King-Lincoln District and just east of downtown. Known for its…54Caution
- South-of-Main· ColumbusSouth-of-Main is a historic residential enclave on the Near East Side of Columbus, bordered generally by East Main Street and Interstate 70. The…54Caution
- Driving Park· ColumbusDriving Park is a historic, predominantly residential neighborhood on Columbus's Near East Side, known for its deep racing heritage and strong…54Caution
- Deshler Park· ColumbusDeshler Park is a historic, working-class residential enclave located on Columbus's Near South Side, just east of Southern Orchards and Schumacher…53Caution
- Holtzman-Main· ColumbusHoltzman-Main is an urban neighborhood on Columbus's Near East Side, situated along the commercial and transit corridor of East Main Street. It…52Caution
- Eastland (Columbus)· ColumbusEastland is a largely suburban, car-centric district in southeast Columbus anchored by the former Eastland Mall site and the South Hamilton Road…50Caution
- Reeb-Hosack· ColumbusReeb-Hosack is a historic South Side residential neighborhood in Columbus, situated just south of Merion Village and German Village. It features a…50Caution
- North Linden· ColumbusNorth Linden is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in northeast Columbus known for modest single-family homes and an increasingly…50Caution
- North Central Columbus· ColumbusNorth Central is an established, predominantly working-class urban district located northeast of Downtown Columbus, situated between the I-71…48Caution
- East Linden· ColumbusEast Linden is a working-class residential neighborhood in northeast Columbus characterized by modest single-family homes, industrial edges, and…46Caution
No-go after dark — 4 areas
Not recommended for casual walking around.
- Linden· ColumbusLinden is a sprawling, historically working-class residential area in northeast Columbus divided into North and South Linden along Hudson Street. It…44No-go after dark
- South Linden· ColumbusSouth Linden is a historic, predominantly residential urban neighborhood northeast of Downtown Columbus with a rich cultural heritage. The…43No-go after dark
- Hilltop (Columbus)· ColumbusHilltop is a sprawling, historically working-class West Side Columbus neighborhood known for its diverse immigrant-owned eateries, historic…40No-go after dark
- Rosewind Estates· ColumbusRosewind Estates is a master-planned affordable residential and townhouse community in the South Linden area of Columbus. Built largely in the late…38No-go after dark
Columbus safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Columbus?
Hamilton Quarter scores highest at 90/100, followed by Far Northwest Columbus (89) and Quarry Trails (89).
Is Columbus safe to walk at night?
In the 35 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 51 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Columbus areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Rosewind Estates (38), Hilltop (Columbus) (40), South Linden (43). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Columbus neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.