Is Farmington South safe?
Knoxville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Farmington South as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Farmington South
“Go. Farmington South is a quiet, exceptionally safe residential enclave in West Knoxville with negligible violent crime. It offers a tranquil suburban setting ideal for families and visitors seeking peace, though a personal vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Farmington South is a well-established, scenic residential neighborhood located in the heart of West Knoxville. Characterized by spacious single-family homes, mature trees, and manicured yards, it provides a quiet suburban retreat just minutes from the commercial offerings along Kingston Pike.
- Suburban Enclave
- Family-Friendly
- Peaceful & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Farmington South
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 20/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated bike lanes in the neighborhood. While subdivision streets have low speed limits, accessing major regional paths like the Jean Teague Greenway requires riding on busy arterial roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the greater Knoxville metropolitan area.
- High rates of homeownership and strong median household incomes foster a well-maintained, stable neighborhood.
- Very low traffic within the interior residential streets makes for a peaceful environment.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no retail, dining, or services within reasonable walking distance.
- Lacks dedicated sidewalks and bike lanes on most interior streets.
- Minor risk of opportunistic crimes of opportunity, such as theft from unlocked vehicles overnight.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within Farmington South. Panhandling and unhoused individuals are occasionally seen several miles away at major arterial intersections along Kingston Pike, but there are no encampments or shelters nearby.
What Farmington South is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and extremely safe, with residents jogging and walking dogs along quiet residential loops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-traffic with pleasant neighborhood activity and standard residential deliveries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure as families return home, remaining very safe for outdoor walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark due to minimal street lighting, maintaining very low crime risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) does not run direct routes into Farmington South. Public transit access is effectively absent in this suburban pocket, making personal vehicles the primary mode of travel.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways throughout the neighborhood and unrestricted, free residential street parking.
Things to do in Farmington South
- Enjoy peaceful morning or evening walks through the quiet, tree-lined subdivision streets.
- Take a short drive to nearby Lakeshore Park for walking trails and scenic Tennessee River views.
- Explore the extensive dining, boutique shopping, and entertainment options along the Kingston Pike corridor.
Local favorites
- The French Market Creperie West · French Restaurant · 4.7★ (1150)A popular local cafe serving authentic sweet and savory crepes, European coffees, and light lunch fare.
- Abridged Beer Company · Brewpub · 4.7★ (1380)A beloved local craft brewery serving renowned smash burgers, comfort food, and rotating draft beers.
- Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)An upscale-casual dining establishment offering creative seasonal American dishes and an extensive wine list.
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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