Is Myers Park safe?
Charlotte, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Myers Park as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Myers Park
“Go. Myers Park is one of the safest, most affluent, and picturesque historic neighborhoods in Charlotte. Visitors can stroll, dine, and explore the tree-lined avenues with minimal safety concerns day or night.”
About the area
Established in the early 20th century, Myers Park is renowned for its grand canopy of willow oaks, curving boulevards, and stately historic estates. Located just south of Uptown, it offers a tranquil, upscale suburban feel with quaint dining and shopping pockets along Selwyn Avenue and Providence Road.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Affluent & Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Myers Park
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 58/100
Myers Park borders the Little Sugar Creek Greenway at Freedom Park, providing seamless multi-use trail connectivity into Uptown, while the residential streets host the famous Booty Loop road cycling route.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the Charlotte metropolitan area.
- Median household income exceeds $160,000 with exceptionally well-maintained residential properties and infrastructure.
- Scenic, well-lit sidewalks and the famous 'Booty Loop' cycling circuit offer a welcoming outdoor environment.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins on residential streets.
- Limited commercial density makes everyday errands mostly car-dependent outside specific commercial nodes.
- Heavy commuter traffic along major thoroughfares like Queens Road and Providence Road during rush hour.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within residential Myers Park. Minor foot traffic occasionally connects through adjacent Freedom Park, but encampments and panhandling are not present.
What Myers Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and cyclists navigating tree-shaded avenues with complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and residential with low foot traffic, pleasant outdoor dining pockets, and minimal street activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and refined as residents dine at local bistros; neighborhood streets remain peaceful and very safe to traverse.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and mostly dark residential roads; exceptionally low risk, though basic awareness is standard.
Transit, parking and getting around
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) serves the corridor primarily via Route 14 (Providence Rd) and Route 6 (Kings Dr/Selwyn Ave). The LYNX Blue Line light rail is not directly within walking distance, situated roughly 1.5 to 2 miles west in South End.
Free residential street parking is widely available throughout the neighborhood, though pay attention to occasional posted time limits near Queens University. Small surface lots provide free parking at local commercial nodes along Selwyn Avenue and Providence Road.
Things to do in Myers Park
- Walk or jog along the iconic canopy of the 2.8-mile Booty Loop route circling Queens University.
- Explore the botanical displays and historic manor at the Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary.
- Relax or picnic among the manicured lawns and sports courts at Freedom Park on the neighborhood border.
Local favorites
- Selwyn Avenue Pub · Pub / American · 4.5★ (1100)A beloved local gathering spot featuring an expansive shaded patio, casual pub fare, and craft beers.
- Stagioni - Four Seasons of Food · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (750)Upscale, seasonal Italian dishes and wood-fired pizzas served inside a historic Myers Park villa.
- Reid's Fine Foods · Gourmet Grocery & Cafe · 4.4★ (600)A premier specialty grocer offering gourmet deli items, butcher cuts, fine wine, and casual dining.
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.