Is Cedar Grove safe?
Kingsport, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Cedar Grove as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Cedar Grove
“Go. Cedar Grove is a peaceful, established residential community in Kingsport that presents very little safety concern for visitors. While purely residential with minimal commercial attractions, it offers a secure and low-stress environment typical of suburban East Tennessee.”
About the area
Cedar Grove is a quiet, leafy residential enclave located southeast of downtown Kingsport, characterized by mid-century single-family homes and modest suburban lots. It functions primarily as a tranquil bedroom community for workers across Sullivan County and the nearby Eastman chemical complex. Visitors will find rolling terrain, calm residential roads, and proximity to regional parks and shopping corridors.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Residential
Walking and biking in Cedar Grove
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share stations in the neighborhood, though the Kingsport Greenbelt is accessible via a short drive to nearby trailheads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than regional and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable neighborhood feel
- Close proximity to major arterial corridors like Fort Henry Drive and Interstate 26
- Low residential vacancy and consistent neighborhood upkeep
Cons
- Limited street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on secondary residential roads
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle theft
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining options
- Proximity to industrial traffic corridors depending on the specific side street
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Cedar Grove, with services and encampments primarily located closer to downtown Kingsport along main commercial transit corridors.
What Cedar Grove is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with local commuters heading out and occasional residents walking dogs along the road edges.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard neighborhood activity, children playing in yards, and minimal through traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Settled and secure, though low lighting requires caution when walking along roads lacking sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and dark with virtually zero foot traffic, presenting minimal street safety risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Kingsport Area Transit Service (KATS) operates fixed bus routes in the city, but service within Cedar Grove itself is extremely limited or absent; the nearest transit hubs require a short drive toward downtown or major retail corridors.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways throughout the neighborhood and unrestricted, free curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Cedar Grove
- Take a quiet walk or jog along the low-traffic residential loops of Cedar Grove Road
- Drive five minutes south to explore the walking trails and sports facilities at Warriors' Path State Park
- Visit the nearby Fort Patrick Henry Dam area for fishing and scenic lake views
Local favorites
- Pratt's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Longtime local staple serving slow-smoked pork, ribs, and classic Southern sides located just off the neighborhood corridor.
- The Bagel Exchange · Bakery & Cafe · 4.7★ (720)Popular nearby breakfast spot offering fresh New York-style boiled bagels, sandwiches, and coffee.
- Pal's Sudden Service - Fort Henry Dr · Fast Food · 4.6★ (1380)Iconic regional drive-thru known for Frenchie Fries, chipped ham, and sweet tea served at lightning speed.
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.
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