Is Kendall Trails safe?
Huntsville, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Kendall Trails as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Kendall Trails
“Go. Kendall Trails is a quiet, standard suburban residential subdivision in North Huntsville that poses minimal safety concerns for visitors. While nearby commercial corridors experience occasional property crime, the neighborhood itself is peaceful and community-oriented.”
About the area
Kendall Trails is an established residential neighborhood in North Huntsville characterized by single-family brick homes, manicured lawns, and quiet cul-de-sacs. It is predominantly a commuter community with convenient access to major thoroughfares leading to downtown Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential Enclave
Walking and biking in Kendall Trails
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no direct bike-share program or dedicated bike lane network within the subdivision, though the Wade Mountain Greenway is a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable residential enclave with high homeownership and low internal violent crime
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets suitable for family living
- Easy vehicular access to Research Park Boulevard and Highway 231
Cons
- Adjacent commercial arterials in North Huntsville experience higher rates of property crime and petty theft
- Entirely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining
- Limited street lighting along some connecting outer roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the Kendall Trails subdivision itself, though occasional panhandling occurs near major commercial intersections along North Memorial Parkway.
What Kendall Trails is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents leaving for commutes and neighbors walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and pleasant with occasional delivery vans and residents doing yard work.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful atmosphere with families unwinding; walking remains very safe within the subdivision.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally tranquil and low-activity, though standard suburban awareness is advised due to darker street sections.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit in Huntsville is operated by Orbit (Huntsville Transit), but bus routes do not directly penetrate Kendall Trails, requiring a vehicle for practically all commuting.
Ample, free parking is available on private driveways and along neighborhood curbs with no metered zones or permits needed.
Things to do in Kendall Trails
- Take a peaceful morning walk or jog through the low-traffic residential loops of the subdivision
- Visit nearby Wade Mountain Nature Preserve for scenic hiking and trail running
- Explore nearby Alabama A&M University's historic campus and events
Local favorites
- Big Spring Cafe · Diner · 4.5★ (1120)Historic local staple known for classic greasy-spoon burgers, chili, and hearty Southern breakfast plates.
- Betty Mae's Restaurant · Soul Food Restaurant · 4.6★ (840)Beloved local diner serving home-style Southern comfort staples like fried chicken, meatloaf, and collard greens.
- Blue Spring Cafe · Southern Restaurant · 4.4★ (190)Casual neighborhood spot serving hearty meat-and-three lunches and traditional Southern dishes.
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.