Is Colonial Homes safe?
Atlanta, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Colonial Homes as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Colonial Homes
“Go. Colonial Homes is an upscale, quiet, and very safe enclave nestled between Midtown and Buckhead. Visitors will find leafy green spaces, easy golf access, and minimal violent crime risk, though basic precautions against opportunistic vehicle break-ins are still warranted.”
About the area
Colonial Homes is a small, affluent neighborhood bordering the Bobby Jones Golf Course and Tanyard Creek in South Buckhead. Characterized by lush greenery, upscale apartment communities, and historic townhomes, it offers a peaceful residential feel with fast access to Peachtree Road dining.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Upscale Residential
- Quiet / Low-Key
- Park-Adjacent
Walking and biking in Colonial Homes
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 55/100
Provides convenient direct connection to the Northside BeltLine trail and the Atlanta Memorial Park trail system, though dedicated on-street bike lanes on main arterials like Peachtree Road are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the city of Atlanta.
- Very high median household income exceeding $115,000 with exceptionally low poverty rates.
- Direct neighborhood access to public green spaces, the Atlanta Memorial Park, and the Northside BeltLine trail.
Cons
- Car break-ins and package theft occur intermittently in communal parking decks and lots.
- Limited commercial nightlife within the immediate neighborhood borders.
- Congestion along adjacent Peachtree Road and Northside Drive during peak rush hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within Colonial Homes itself, with only occasional individuals passing through the wider Peachtree Road commercial corridor or resting near highway overpasses nearby.
What Colonial Homes is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, filled with early-morning joggers, dog walkers, and golfers heading to the course.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and pleasant with steady, quiet local activity along park paths and neighborhood streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance where walking to local dining spots feels safe and relaxed.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and generally safe, though standard urban vigilance is recommended when walking through unlit park edges.
Transit, parking and getting around
MARTA bus route 110 (The Peach) operates nearby along Peachtree Road, connecting to the Arts Center Station (about 1.8 miles south) and Lindbergh Center Station (about 2 miles northeast).
Residential street parking is generally free and manageable, though most residential buildings have dedicated lots and garages; public parking is available at Bobby Jones Golf Course.
Things to do in Colonial Homes
- Play a round of golf or practice at the state-of-the-art Bobby Jones Golf Course.
- Walk or jog along the scenic paved paths of the Atlanta Memorial Park and Tanyard Creek Park.
- Dine overlooking the greens at Boone's restaurant inside the Murray Golf House.
Local favorites
- Boone's · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (320)Upscale casual dining overlooking Bobby Jones Golf Course featuring modern American fare and craft cocktails.
- Houston's · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Classic upscale dining institution along nearby Peachtree Road known for prime steaks, ribs, and polished service.
- R. Thomas Deluxe Grill · Health Food Restaurant · 4.4★ (2800)Eclectic 24/7 landmark nearby serving organic dishes, fresh juices, and vegetarian-friendly options surrounded by live tropical birds.
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.