Is McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest as “Go”.
Gogo's take on McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest
“Go. McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest is a quiet, residential South Nashville community with moderate crime rates that are significantly lower than downtown and inner-city Nashville. While it lacks heavy tourist infrastructure, it is a safe and tranquil base for exploring the diverse dining corridors of Nolensville Pike.”
About the area
McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest is an established suburban neighborhood in South Nashville characterized by mid-century single-family homes, modest apartment complexes, and leafy residential streets. It sits immediately adjacent to the vibrant Nolensville Pike international culinary corridor while maintaining a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Diverse Culinary Hub
Walking and biking in McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 32/100
Dedicated bike lanes are virtually nonexistent on residential streets, and the area lacks direct access to Nashville's greenway system or B-cycle stations.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to broader Nashville metro averages
- Stable residential fabric with high proportion of long-term homeowners
- Immediate access to some of the best authentic international dining in Middle Tennessee
- Close proximity to major arterial corridors and Interstate 24 / Interstate 65 connectors
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle break-ins along commercial fringes and apartment complexes
- Lack of pedestrian infrastructure with limited sidewalks on residential side streets
- Substantial commercial traffic and congestion on bordering Nolensville Pike and Harding Place
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the interior residential blocks, with occasional individuals near major bus stops and retail parking lots on Nolensville Pike.
What McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with residents commuting and walking dogs along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm atmosphere with steady suburban flow; strip malls on bordering corridors become active and remain safe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential areas with busy restaurant traffic nearby; standard awareness is adequate.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark due to sparse street lighting; walking is rare and driving is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit operates local bus Route 52 (Nolensville Pike Pike BRT Lite) and Route 72 along perimeter roads, providing direct service to downtown Nashville.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample driveway and street parking in residential pockets, plus free surface lots at all shopping plazas.
Things to do in McMurray-Huntingdon Northwest
- Sample authentic Kurdish, Turkish, and Central American cuisine along the adjacent Nolensville Pike corridor
- Take a short drive to hike the scenic lakeside trails at nearby Radnor Lake State Park
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and sports fields at nearby Whitfield Park and local neighborhood green spaces
Local favorites
- Edessa Restaurant · Middle Eastern Restaurant · 4.8★ (1250)Celebrated spot serving authentic Kurdish and Turkish kebabs, fresh lavash, and platters.
- Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe · Fusion Restaurant · 4.7★ (1100)Popular neighborhood cafe known for hot chicken, empanadas, and eclectic comfort fare.
- Degthai · Thai Restaurant · 4.7★ (920)Casual eatery offering fiery street-style Thai curries, noodle dishes, and wok specialties.
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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