Is Groveland & Kensington Park safe?
Savannah, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Groveland & Kensington Park as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Groveland & Kensington Park
“Go. Groveland and Kensington Park is an established, quiet midtown residential district that is generally safe for visitors exploring local Savannah dining and mid-century architecture away from downtown crowds. Exercise standard awareness along the busier commercial borders on DeRenne Avenue and Skidaway Road.”
About the area
Groveland and Kensington Park consists of mid-century single-family neighborhoods situated in Midtown Savannah, characterized by mature oak canopies and modest ranch-style homes. While primarily residential, the neighborhood borders active commercial corridors featuring convenient neighborhood eateries and local retail. It offers a tranquil glimpse into everyday Savannah suburban life just a short drive south of the Historic District.
- Suburban / Residential
- Mid-Century
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Groveland & Kensington Park
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 52/100
Residential streets are generally comfortable for cycling, though dedicated bike lanes are sparse, and direct connections to the Truman Linear Park Trail require riding along busier arterial roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower rates of violent crime compared to downtown and northern Savannah neighborhoods
- Stable residential homeownership and long-term community presence
- Easy vehicular access to both the Historic District and Southside shopping centers
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property theft along perimeter thoroughfares
- Heavy vehicular traffic and lack of continuous sidewalks along DeRenne Avenue
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure inside purely residential interior blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior neighborhood, though occasional panhandling or transient presence can be observed near bus stops and commercial strip malls along DeRenne Avenue.
What Groveland & Kensington Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and low traffic on interior streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around local schools and perimeter shopping strips, remaining safe and calm throughout the residential blocks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere; well-lit around commercial plazas with steady dinner traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark on side streets; generally safe, though standard caution regarding isolated vehicle checks is advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) serves the perimeter via Route 12 (East Savannah) and Route 28 (Waters Ave), connecting riders to Downtown and Southside transit centers.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood, with ample private driveway space, unrestricted curbside parking, and large surface lots at adjacent retail centers.
Things to do in Groveland & Kensington Park
- Explore mid-century architecture and quiet residential tree-lined streets on a scenic neighborhood stroll
- Sample regional Southern barbecue and lowcountry sides along the nearby DeRenne corridor
- Visit nearby Bacon Park for tennis, golf, and public recreation just minutes away
Local favorites
- BowTie Barbecue Co. · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1820)Rustic-chic smokehouse serving classic pulled pork, brisket, and craft whiskeys.
- Carey Hilliard's Restaurant · Southern / Seafood Restaurant · 4.2★ (2650)Historic Savannah staple offering classic fried seafood, barbecue, and curb service.
- Jalapeños Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Popular neighborhood outpost for classic Mexican plates, salsa, and margaritas.
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.