Is Fernwood & Parkwood safe?
Savannah, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Fernwood & Parkwood as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Fernwood & Parkwood
“Go. Fernwood & Parkwood is a quiet, mid-century residential enclave located just southeast of central Savannah. While there is little dedicated tourist infrastructure within the subdivision itself, it is generally peaceful with mostly routine property crime concerns typical of suburban-style city neighborhoods.”
Local news in the broader East Savannah area periodically reports property thefts and vehicle break-ins along commercial corridors bordering Skidaway Road.
About the area
Fernwood & Parkwood consists of established residential streets developed largely in the mid-20th century, shaded by mature trees and featuring modest brick ranch-style homes. Located east of Truman Parkway and south of Gwinnett Street, it offers quick access to the Historic District while maintaining a sleepy neighborhood feel.
- Quiet Residential
- Mid-Century
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Fernwood & Parkwood
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 51/100
Residential interior streets are flat and calm for casual cycling, though dedicated bike lanes are scarce and riders must use caution on faster arterials like Skidaway Road.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to Savannah citywide averages
- Stable residential fabric with established, long-term homeowners
- Convenient driving access to Truman Parkway, Midtown, and the Historic District
- Quiet neighborhood streets with minimal cut-through vehicle traffic
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property thefts common along nearby connector roads
- Limited commercial or dining amenities located directly inside the residential core
- Variable lighting conditions on interior residential streets after dark
- Modest household incomes and older municipal drainage infrastructure subject to localized flooding
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a significant presence within the interior streets of Fernwood and Parkwood, though occasional transient foot traffic occurs along commercial segments of Skidaway Road.
What Fernwood & Parkwood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents commute to work or walk dogs along quiet subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-key neighborhood activity with delivery vehicles and school traffic; generally very safe to navigate.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere; basic vigilance is recommended along exterior borders near Skidaway Road.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are deserted and dimly lit; walking alone late at night is not typical and lock-your-car precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) operates local bus routes (such as Route 10 and Route 12) along nearby corridors like Skidaway Road and Gwinnett Street, connecting to the downtown transit center.
Street parking is free, readily available, and unmetered throughout the residential subdivision; private driveways handle most household parking.
Things to do in Fernwood & Parkwood
- Take a quiet walk or jog along the tree-shaded residential loops of Fernwood
- Access nearby Daffin Park to enjoy its walking trail, pond, and dog park just minutes northwest
- Explore local dining and shopping along the adjacent Skidaway Road and Victory Drive corridors
Local favorites
- Carey Hilliard's Restaurant · Southern / Seafood Restaurant · 4.2★ (3200)Long-running Savannah staple on nearby Skidaway Road known for fried seafood, barbecue, and curb service.
- Castaways Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (750)Neighborhood seafood and steak joint offering Southern coastal plates and a casual sports bar feel nearby.
- Crisp Market & Deli · Deli & Convenience · 4.1★ (95)Convenient local stop along Skidaway Road for quick essentials, snacks, and prepared lunch counter options.
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.