Is Bissell safe?
Belden, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Bissell as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Bissell
“Go. Bissell is a peaceful, predominantly suburban and semi-rural community on the western edge of Tupelo with low violent crime rates. Visitors will find a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere, though having a personal vehicle is essential to explore the area.”
About the area
Bissell is a quiet residential and light-commercial community situated west of downtown Tupelo near the Tupelo Regional Airport. It features spacious single-family homes, open green spaces, and local service businesses along the Highway 6 corridor.
- Quiet Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Spacious & Green
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Bissell
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in Bissell, though the scenic multi-use paths along the nearby Natchez Trace Parkway are a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent and property crime rates compared to Tupelo municipal averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes on spacious lots
- Convenient vehicle access to US-278 / Highway 6 and downtown Tupelo
Cons
- Car dependency is almost total with lack of sidewalks or pedestrian crossings
- Sparse evening commercial activity leading to poorly lit rural roads at night
- Occasional opportunistic property thefts around commercial corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Bissell, as community support services and shelters are centered in core areas of Tupelo.
What Bissell is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light neighborhood traffic as residents commute to work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm with standard residential and light industrial traffic along the main thoroughfares.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, though street lighting is minimal on residential side roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and sleepy; generally safe from violent crime but driving requires care due to limited illumination.
Transit, parking and getting around
Tupelo does not operate a traditional fixed-route municipal bus system; on-demand transit is provided regionally by Northeast Mississippi Transit, but personal vehicles or rideshares are essential for getting around Bissell.
Parking is abundant and universally free across residential driveways, commercial strip centers, and local business lots.
Things to do in Bissell
- Play a round of golf or practice your swing at nearby Bel-Air Golf Course
- Watch private and regional aviation activity near Tupelo Regional Airport
- Take a short drive to explore the Natchez Trace Parkway visitor center and trails
Local favorites
- King Chicken Fillin' Station · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (320)Beloved local spot known for hearty fried chicken tenders, Southern sides, and down-home service.
- Clay's House of Pig · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (450)Renowned local joint famous for pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, and loaded baked tater tots.
- Forklift Restaurant · Modern Southern · 4.5★ (510)Upscale casual dining destination serving creative takes on classic Southern comfort cuisine.
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.