Is Bellemeade (Gretna) safe?
Gretna, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Bellemeade (Gretna) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Bellemeade (Gretna)
“Go. Bellemeade is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban community on Gretna's West Bank that is generally peaceful for everyday visitors. Standard situational awareness is recommended around major thoroughfares and retail plazas, but the residential interior sees minimal violent crime.”
About the area
Bellemeade is a mature mid-century suburban neighborhood situated just off Belle Chasse Highway in Gretna. It consists largely of single-family ranch-style homes, local schools, and convenient retail strip centers catering to everyday West Bank residents.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Bellemeade (Gretna)
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 44/100
Dedicated bike lanes are scarce within the neighborhood, though quiet interior streets are easy to ride, and the Mississippi River Trail is accessible a few miles north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable residential fabric with high rates of long-term homeownership
- Lower violent crime rates compared to broader Jefferson Parish urban corridors
- Quick vehicle access to downtown New Orleans via the Crescent City Connection
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins along commercial corridors
- Heavily car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure outside subdivisions
- Traffic congestion along Belle Chasse Highway during rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets of Bellemeade, though occasional panhandling occurs at major intersections along Belle Chasse Highway.
What Bellemeade (Gretna) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents commute and walk pets through the neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around local schools and arterial retail plazas, maintaining a very relaxed suburban feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet throughout the residential subdivisions with modest traffic heading to dinner spots on main roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally dark and quiet; streets are low-traffic and safe, though standard suburban vigilance is wise.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Jefferson Transit (JeT), with bus routes running along Belle Chasse Highway connecting north toward the Gretna Transit Center and downtown New Orleans; no passenger rail exists in the area.
Ample free street parking is available throughout the residential subdivisions, and commercial businesses offer large, free private parking lots.
Things to do in Bellemeade (Gretna)
- Explore authentic West Bank dining along Belle Chasse Highway and Lapalco Boulevard
- Visit nearby Gretna City Park for fishing, jogging, and walking paths
- Take a short drive to Historic Downtown Gretna for weekend farmers markets and riverfront views
Local favorites
- Gattuso's Neighborhood Restaurant · American / Cajun · 4.5★ (1650)Longtime local spot nearby offering po'boys, comfort food, and an inviting outdoor patio.
- Tan Dinh · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.6★ (1100)Renowned local staple serving authentic pho, lemongrass chicken, and bubble teas.
- Moho Specialty Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.8★ (320)Modern neighborhood cafe serving artisanal espresso drinks, teas, and fresh pastries.
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Common questions about Bellemeade (Gretna)
Is Bellemeade (Gretna) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Bellemeade (Gretna) a good place to live?
On safety, Bellemeade (Gretna) scores 71/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Bellemeade (Gretna)?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bellemeade (Gretna) are safer?
Timberlane (75), Garden Lane (74), Farmington Place (73) score higher nearby.
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