Is Burma Hills safe?
Mobile, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Burma Hills as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Burma Hills
“Go. Burma Hills is a safe, quiet residential enclave in Mobile with very low rates of violent crime. Visitors will find a peaceful suburban atmosphere, though there are few commercial attractions located directly within the neighborhood boundaries.”
About the area
Burma Hills is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in Mobile characterized by mature oaks, winding roads, and well-maintained single-family homes. Situated between major thoroughfares, it provides quick access to the retail hubs of Airport Boulevard and the University of South Alabama campus.
- Suburban / Leafy
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Burma Hills
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 31/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or shared micromobility stations in Burma Hills, though the neighborhood's low-traffic interior streets are calm enough for casual riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Mobile city averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets suitable for morning and evening walks
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining
- Lacks sidewalks and comprehensive street lighting on several interior streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Burma Hills, as it is an exclusively residential subdivision removed from major commercial panhandling intersections.
What Burma Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with local residents walking dogs or commuting along the tree-shaded residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with minimal vehicle traffic and safe conditions throughout the subdivision.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, though limited pedestrian lighting means walking with reflective gear or a flashlight is advisable.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil with virtually no foot traffic; remains generally safe, but basic precautions against vehicle prowling apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by The Wave Transit System, with bus routes operating along periphery arterials like Airport Boulevard, though service directly inside Burma Hills is nonexistent.
Parking is abundant, free, and straightforward, primarily consisting of private residential driveways and ample curb space on neighborhood streets.
Things to do in Burma Hills
- Take a quiet walk or jog through the shaded, rolling residential streets of the neighborhood
- Explore the nearby Mobile Museum of Art and botanical gardens in Langan Park just a short drive away
- Access the shopping and dining corridors along nearby Airport Boulevard
Local favorites
- Mediterranean Sandwich Co. · Sandwich Restaurant · 4.6★ (850)Popular local counter-serve spot dishing out toasted pita sandwiches and Mediterranean sides.
- Briquettes Steakhouse · Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1200)Casual, locally owned steakhouse serving charcoal-grilled meats and Southern sides nearby.
- Foosackly's · Fast Food Restaurant · 4.7★ (1400)Mobile-born staple serving fresh chicken tenders, crinkle-cut fries, and signature dipping sauces.
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.