Is Arden Place safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Arden Place as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Arden Place
“Go. Arden Place is an exceptionally safe, affluent residential enclave nestled in Nashville's Green Hills area. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risk, though basic precautions against opportunistic vehicle theft in nearby commercial parking areas remain wise.”
About the area
Arden Place is a tranquil, manicured residential community located immediately adjacent to the upscale shopping and dining district of Green Hills. Featuring well-kept townhomes, single-family properties, and tree-lined streets, it offers a peaceful suburban retreat just a short drive from downtown Nashville.
- Affluent Residential
- Quiet & Manicured
- Suburban Feel
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Arden Place
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 35/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood or on adjacent arterials, and the nearest multi-use paths are located a short drive away at the Richland Creek Greenway.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the Nashville metropolitan area.
- Very high median household income and high homeownership rates foster well-maintained, stable surroundings.
- Immediate access to high-end shopping, specialty dining, and iconic cultural venues along Hillsboro Pike.
- Low-density, quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic.
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins occur periodically in nearby retail parking corridors.
- Primarily car-dependent layout with limited sidewalk connectivity to arterial corridors.
- Significant vehicular congestion on adjacent Hillsboro Pike during peak shopping hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Arden Place, with only occasional panhandling observed near major commercial intersections on Hillsboro Pike.
What Arden Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp, quiet, and very safe with residents walking dogs and departing for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and serene with minimal street activity and exceptional overall safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and well-lit within the subdivision, providing a secure environment for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with virtually no pedestrian activity; safe, though streets are dark and secluded.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit operates Route 7 along nearby Hillsboro Pike, providing direct bus service into downtown Nashville, though frequency requires checking schedules in advance.
Parking is straightforward and free, with dedicated residential spaces, private driveways, and large complimentary surface lots and garages at adjacent commercial centers.
Things to do in Arden Place
- Catch an intimate songwriter performance at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe nearby.
- Shop independent literature and attend author events at Parnassus Books.
- Browse upscale retailers and luxury fashion boutiques at The Mall at Green Hills.
Local favorites
- The Bluebird Cafe · Live Music Venue · 4.6★ (2650)World-renowned listening room showcasing legendary and up-and-coming songwriters in an intimate setting.
- Parnassus Books · Book Store · 4.8★ (1420)Beloved independent bookstore co-owned by author Ann Patchett featuring curated titles and author signings.
- RH Rooftop Restaurant Nashville · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Glamorous rooftop dining experience situated atop Restoration Hardware offering classic American fare.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.