Is East Taylors safe?
Greenville, South Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East Taylors as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Taylors
“Go. East Taylors is a peaceful, family-oriented suburban community northeast of Greenville with low violent crime rates and stable residential neighborhoods. Visitors have little reason to worry about personal safety, though standard precautions for vehicle property security apply in commercial parking lots.”
About the area
East Taylors is a primarily residential, car-dependent suburb situated between Greenville and Greer along the Enoree River valley. It features mature single-family subdivisions, quiet country roads, and proximity to the revitalized historic Taylors Mill community hub.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Taylors
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no dedicated bike-share stations or protected bike lanes, and riding along high-speed arterial roads like US-29 is not recommended.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both the Greenville city and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Tranquil, family-friendly suburban atmosphere with minimal foot-traffic disruption
- Convenient driving access to shopping corridors along Wade Hampton Boulevard
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins reported in apartment complexes and retail strips
- Lack of pedestrian infrastructure such as sidewalks and street lighting on secondary roads
- Car dependency requires private vehicle transit for virtually all activities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in the residential neighborhoods of East Taylors, though occasional panhandling may be observed near major commercial intersections along Wade Hampton Boulevard.
What East Taylors is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light neighborhood traffic as commuters depart and residents walk dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with active suburban routines and minimal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet throughout subdivisions, with localized activity around dining spots and community hubs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent on residential streets; safe overall, but limited streetlights necessitate care when driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; Greenlink Route 504 operates along Wade Hampton Boulevard west of the area, making personal vehicles essential for travel.
Parking is abundant and entirely free, with large surface lots at all commercial centers and ample private driveway parking in neighborhoods.
Things to do in East Taylors
- Explore the arts studios, food vendors, and events at the historic Taylors Mill
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, ballfields, and playgrounds at Eastside Park
- Take a short drive to Lake Robinson for scenic reservoir views and kayaking
Local favorites
- 13 Stripes Brewery · Brewery · 4.7★ (680)A popular craft brewery located in the historic Taylors Mill offering artisanal ales and regular community events.
- The Farehouse · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (520)Industrial-chic eatery serving craft cocktails, elevated pub fare, and stone-fired pizzas inside the mill complex.
- Mutt's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Beloved local barbecue institution known for classic pulled pork, ribs, and Southern buffet-style sides.
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.