Is Lockeland Springs South East safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lockeland Springs South East as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Lockeland Springs South East
“Go. Lockeland Springs South East is one of East Nashville's most desirable, charming, and safe residential enclaves. While standard urban precautions against opportunistic vehicle break-ins are recommended, the area is tranquil, highly affluent, and exceptionally welcoming to visitors.”
About the area
Occupying the quiet, picturesque corner of East Nashville adjacent to Shelby Park, Lockeland Springs South East features tree-lined streets lined with restored historic Victorian and craftsman bungalows. Visitors enjoy easy access to park greenways, neighborhood coffee shops, and boutique dining in a scenic, laid-back setting.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Park Adjacent
- Relaxed Urban
Walking and biking in Lockeland Springs South East
Walk score: 67/100 · Bike score: 71/100
The area has excellent bike connectivity, directly linking to the Shelby Bottoms Greenway and Nashville BCycle stations located near Shelby Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to greater Nashville metro averages
- High homeownership rates and median household incomes well above the city baseline
- Direct walking access to Shelby Park, the Shelby Bottoms Greenway, and neighborhood amenities
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and package theft
- Variable sidewalk infrastructure and limited street lighting along certain interior residential blocks
- Proximity to high-traffic commercial corridors on the neighborhood periphery can bring late-night cut-through traffic
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen passing through or resting in open public areas around the outer edges of Shelby Park.
What Lockeland Springs South East is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, runners, and residents grabbing morning coffee along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm, welcoming residential vibe with families heading to Shelby Park and steady light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and ambient as neighborhood restaurants and bars fill up, feeling safe and communal.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark along interior streets; generally safe, though vigilance against vehicle break-ins is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit serves the area primarily via Route 4 (Shelby) and Route 20 (Scott), providing straightforward connections to the Central WeGo Transit Center downtown in roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
Free, unmetered residential street parking is widely available throughout the area, though parking directly outside popular dining hubs can fill quickly on weekend evenings.
Things to do in Lockeland Springs South East
- Stroll or jog the wooded paths and historic features of adjacent Shelby Park
- Browse local historic architecture along tree-shaded residential side streets
- Enjoy casual dining and patio coffee within walking distance at local neighborhood cafes
Local favorites
- Lockeland Table · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (1150)Acclaimed neighborhood eatery offering wood-fired pizzas, Southern-inspired plates, and a beloved community hour.
- Frothy Monkey · Coffee Shop & Cafe · 4.6★ (920)Popular local staple serving specialty espresso drinks, hearty breakfast fare, and baked goods in a historic bungalow setting.
- Urban Cowboy Public House · Bar & Lounge · 4.6★ (460)Rustic, stylish cocktail bar and gathering spot featuring an outdoor brick patio and wood-fired bites.
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.