Is Bloomingdale safe?
Savannah, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bloomingdale as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Bloomingdale
“Go. Bloomingdale is a quiet, low-crime suburban community situated west of Savannah that offers a peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere. While visitors won't find a bustling nightlife or high-density tourist corridor, it is exceptionally safe for lodging, agri-tourism, and exploring the greater Savannah region.”
About the area
Located in western Chatham County along US-80 and near I-16, Bloomingdale is a semi-rural to suburban municipality characterized by single-family homes, open spaces, and quiet neighborhoods. It functions primarily as a tranquil residential enclave with easy highway access to Pooler and historic downtown Savannah.
- Quiet Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Semi-Rural
Walking and biking in Bloomingdale
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no dedicated bike paths or protected bike lanes along major thoroughfares, and bike-share programs like CAT Bike do not operate this far west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates remain significantly lower than the Chatham County and Savannah averages.
- High homeownership rate exceeding 75% contributes to stable, well-maintained residential streets.
- Above-average median household income with low poverty and very low residential vacancy.
- Quiet environment with swift vehicular access to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport and Pooler attractions.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no pedestrian-oriented shopping or entertainment corridors.
- Limited streetlighting and lack of sidewalks along major arterial roads like US-80 and Little Neck Road.
- Increased semi-truck traffic along thoroughfares due to nearby logistics hubs and industrial growth.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Bloomingdale, with services and emergency shelters concentrated further east in central Savannah.
What Bloomingdale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with local commuter traffic heading onto US-80 and I-16 without pedestrian safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and orderly throughout suburban neighborhoods, though highway thoroughfares see increased commercial traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented with safe dining and errands along local commercial strips.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-traffic; personal crime risk is minimal, though walking along unlit rural roads is not advised due to vehicle hazards.
Transit, parking and getting around
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) does not provide regular fixed-route bus service directly into residential Bloomingdale, making personal vehicle ownership or rideshare essential for getting around.
Parking is completely hassle-free and free across all retail lots, parks, and residential driveways, with no metered zones or parking garages.
Things to do in Bloomingdale
- Pick seasonal strawberries, blackberries, and attend farm festivals at Ottawa Farms.
- Enjoy outdoor recreational facilities, baseball diamonds, and a playground at Bloomingdale Recreation Department park.
- Explore local rail history and regional artifacts at the Bloomingdale Museum.
Local favorites
- Ottawa Farms · Farm & Agri-Tourism · 4.6★ (460)A family-owned working farm hosting seasonal U-pick produce, corn mazes, and community events.
- Jalapeños Mexican Grill - Bloomingdale · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1100)A popular local outpost serving classic Mexican dishes, fajitas, and margaritas in a casual setting.
- The Rusty Pig BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Laid-back regional joint offering slow-smoked pulled pork, ribs, brisket, and Southern sides.
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.