Is Green Hills South East Outer safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Green Hills South East Outer as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Green Hills South East Outer
“Go. This is one of the most affluent, tranquil, and exceptionally safe residential corridors in the greater Nashville area. Violent crime is extremely low, and visitors will find a peaceful suburban environment with close access to parks and upscale shopping.”
About the area
Green Hills South East Outer is an upscale residential district characterized by sprawling single-family estates, mature canopy trees, and quiet subdivisions. Located just south of the main Green Hills commercial corridor and adjacent to Radnor Lake, the area offers high tranquility and scenic drives.
- Affluent Suburban
- Tree-Lined / Scenic
- Quiet & Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Green Hills South East Outer
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
Biking is limited to experienced road cyclists due to narrow, winding roads without dedicated bike lanes; the closest dedicated trails are the walking paths at Radnor Lake (where cycling is restricted to the paved road only).
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in Davidson County
- Extremely high median household incomes and exceptionally well-maintained properties
- Close proximity to pristine natural areas like Radnor Lake State Park
Cons
- Highly car-dependent with very few sidewalks or pedestrian amenities
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Heavy commuter traffic on main arterial routes like Hillsboro Pike and Granny White Pike
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this outer residential section, though occasional panhandling occurs closer to major commercial intersections along Hillsboro Pike.
What Green Hills South East Outer is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood runners and dog walkers moving through quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with light local traffic and landscaping crews working on manicured lawns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very quiet with minimal activity outside of residents returning home and peaceful sunset views.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and exceptionally dark due to limited streetlighting, but very safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit operates Route 7 along Hillsboro Pike north of this outer enclave, but public transit is virtually non-existent within the outer residential streets, requiring a personal vehicle or rideshare.
Parking is exceptionally easy with generous private driveways, dedicated shopping plaza lots, and free parking at nearby parks and trailheads.
Things to do in Green Hills South East Outer
- Hike scenic trails and spot local wildlife around Radnor Lake State Park
- Browse the independent book collections and author signings at nearby Parnassus Books
- Enjoy an intimate songwriter performance at the iconic Bluebird Cafe just up the road
Local favorites
- Parnassus Books · Independent Bookstore · 4.8★ (1650)Celebrated local indie bookstore co-owned by author Ann Patchett featuring curated titles and author events.
- The Bluebird Cafe · Music Venue · 4.7★ (2100)World-famous intimate listening room known as the launchpad for Nashville's premier songwriters.
- Green Hills Grille · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1400)Classic neighborhood dining staple serving upscale comfort food and craft cocktails.
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.