Is Crestline Heights safe?
Birmingham, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Crestline Heights as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Crestline Heights
“Go. Crestline Heights is one of the safest and most affluent residential pockets in the Birmingham metro area. Visitors will experience quiet, well-manicured streets with virtually zero violent crime and very low property crime rates.”
About the area
Situated immediately adjacent to Mountain Brook's vibrant Crestline Village, Crestline Heights is an upscale, leafy neighborhood characterized by historic cottages, modern renovations, and quiet streets. It serves as an idyllic residential haven with convenient access to high-end dining, boutique shopping, and regional parks.
- Upscale / Affluent
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined / Peaceful
- Charming Village Vibe
Walking and biking in Crestline Heights
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 38/100
While roads lack dedicated bike lanes and feature undulating terrain, low vehicular speeds make residential riding pleasant; there are no direct bike-share stations or dedicated greenways in the immediate neighborhood.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages
- High median household incomes exceeding $130,000 and poverty rates below 3%
- Well-maintained infrastructure, active neighborhood watch, and responsive local municipal services
- Close proximity to the walkable dining and retail hub of Crestline Village
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins when cars are left unlocked
- Narrow residential streets with limited sidewalks in certain hilly sections
- High cost of living and limited affordable dining or lodging options within walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Crestline Heights, with no established encampments or active panhandling in the area.
What Crestline Heights is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and parents walking children in complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and welcoming with light residential traffic and bustling activity around the nearby village center.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with pleasant ambiance and diners walking between nearby village restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and exceptionally quiet with very minimal foot traffic and virtually no safety risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit service is provided by the Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (MAX Transit), but routes in this immediate enclave are very limited, making personal vehicles or rideshares the primary mode of transit.
Free residential street parking is widely available throughout the neighborhood, while commercial areas near Crestline Village offer convenient, free surface lot and curbside parking.
Things to do in Crestline Heights
- Shop the upscale local boutiques and specialty gift shops in nearby Crestline Village
- Pick up fresh pastries and coffee before taking a morning walk along the shaded residential streets
- Visit the nearby Emmet O'Neal Library and surrounding park greenspaces
Local favorites
- Crestline Bagel Company · Bakery & Cafe · 4.6★ (720)A beloved morning staple known for house-made artisan bagels, spreads, and breakfast sandwiches.
- Otey's Tavern · Bar & Grill · 4.5★ (840)Longtime local watering hole offering casual pub fare, craft beers, and live music in an unpretentious setting.
- La Paz Restaurant & Cantina · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (790)Popular neighborhood hangout serving fresh Mexican-inspired dishes, strong margaritas, and outdoor patio seating.
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.