Is Hillmont safe?
Huntsville, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Hillmont as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Hillmont
“Go with care. Hillmont is a quiet, mid-century residential enclave in southwest Huntsville that is generally calm for residents and visitors. While violent crime within the neighborhood is low, nearby commercial thoroughfares along Drake Avenue and Memorial Parkway experience elevated rates of property theft and petty crime, so routine vigilance is recommended.”
About the area
Hillmont is an established, modest residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century ranch-style single-family homes, mature trees, and quiet residential streets. Located just southwest of central Huntsville, it provides rapid access to Redstone Arsenal, Downtown Huntsville, and the Medical District.
- Suburban / Residential
- Quiet
- Mid-Century
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Hillmont
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 40/100
While there is no dedicated bike share in Hillmont, the neighborhood offers relatively flat riding on low-traffic streets, connecting north toward the Aldridge Creek and Brahan Spring greenway systems.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily owner-occupied residential streets with minimal through traffic
- Low rates of violent street crime compared to surrounding urban corridors
- Close proximity to downtown amenities, Huntsville Hospital, and Redstone Arsenal gates
- Stable housing stock consisting mostly of classic single-family brick ranches
Cons
- Above-average vehicle break-ins and property theft along perimeter arterials
- Older infrastructure with limited sidewalks and intermittent street lighting
- Nearby commercial plazas along Drake Avenue exhibit higher rates of petty crime and nuisance activity
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is rare within Hillmont's interior residential streets, though panhandling and unhoused individuals are occasionally observed near retail plazas and major intersections along Memorial Parkway and Drake Avenue.
What Hillmont is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors walking dogs and commuters departing along neighborhood avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and standard safety levels for walking or jogging.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet as residents settle in, though limited street lighting means high-visibility gear is recommended for night walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally very quiet, though standard precautions against unattended vehicle break-ins are advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Huntsville Transit (Orbit) provides bus service along peripheral corridors like Drake Avenue and Leeman Ferry Road via Route 5 and Route 6; Huntsville does not have passenger rail transit.
Free and abundant curbside parking is available throughout the neighborhood's residential streets, along with private driveways.
Things to do in Hillmont
- Walk the disc golf course and enjoy the splash pad at nearby Brahan Spring Park
- Visit the Huntsville Botanical Garden, located just a short drive to the northwest
- Explore the historic exhibits and nature trails at Burritt on the Mountain nearby on Monte Sano
Local favorites
- Stanlieo's Sub Villa · Sandwich Shop · 4.6★ (1420)Long-running local institution famous for hearty Italian-style subs and the signature 'Kitchen Sink' sandwich.
- Viet Huong · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.6★ (1850)Beloved neighborhood staple offering authentic pho, clay pots, and traditional Vietnamese noodle bowls.
- Bandito Burrito Co. · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1650)Eclectic counter-serve spot serving classic Tex-Mex burritos, tacos, and green chile specialties since 1990.
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.