Is East Nashville North South East Outer 3 safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates East Nashville North South East Outer 3 as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on East Nashville North South East Outer 3
“Go with care. While much of outer East Nashville has experienced extensive residential revitalization, property crime and occasional violent incidents along major commercial corridors remain factors to keep in mind. Visitors will generally feel comfortable during daylight and evening hours near established dining pockets, but standard urban vigilance is recommended at night.”
Metro Nashville Police continue targeted enforcement initiatives along the Gallatin Pike and Trinity Lane corridors addressing vehicle break-ins and recurring retail theft.
About the area
This outer section of East Nashville features a mix of mid-century cottages, newly constructed modern homes, and long-standing residential streets. It offers quiet neighborhood charm alongside quick driving access to the vibrant creative hubs, dining, and live music venues of the broader East Side.
- Residential
- Up-and-Coming
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Neighborhood
Walking and biking in East Nashville North South East Outer 3
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 52/100
Cyclists can connect to the Shelby Bottoms Greenway and East Bank multi-use trails via low-stress side streets, though dedicated bike lanes on major arterials are intermittent.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Steadily rising home values and strong residential reinvestment across recent years
- Close proximity to East Nashville's renowned culinary, coffee, and arts scenes
- Lower violent crime compared to inner urban core corridors, with active neighborhood association presence
Cons
- Elevated rates of opportunistic property crime, particularly vehicle break-ins and package theft
- Pockets of lower lighting and uneven sidewalk infrastructure on secondary residential streets
- Commercial arterials nearby experience occasional late-night disturbances and traffic incidents
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal on quiet residential blocks, though individuals seeking services or shelter are occasionally observed along major arterials like Gallatin Pike.
What East Nashville North South East Outer 3 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with joggers and dog walkers frequenting the leafy side streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet as local residents commute, with moderate traffic along connecting collector roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active around local neighborhood eateries and corner establishments, feeling generally relaxed and safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet on interior residential streets, though caution is warranted near unlit blocks and major commercial corridors.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit serves the area primarily via Route 56 (Gallatin Pike) and Route 4 (Shelby), providing direct connection to the downtown WeGo Central bus terminal.
Street parking is generally free and readily available throughout residential streets, with dedicated free customer lots at most neighborhood businesses.
Things to do in East Nashville North South East Outer 3
- Explore local independent cafes, vintage boutiques, and record shops across East Nashville
- Take a morning walk or jog through nearby community parks and shaded residential green spaces
- Enjoy craft beers and casual patio dining at neighborhood taprooms and local barbecue joints
Local favorites
- Dose Coffee · Coffee Shop & Cafe · 4.6★ (620)Beloved neighborhood spot serving precision pour-overs, espresso drinks, and fresh daily pastries.
- Mitchell Delicatessen · Deli & Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (1450)Popular East Nashville staple crafting gourmet artisan sandwiches using locally sourced meats and ingredients.
- Riverside Grillshack · American Restaurant · 4.8★ (890)Unpretentious takeout joint celebrated across the city for fresh smash burgers, fries, and wings.
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.