Is Neubert Springs safe?
Knoxville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Neubert Springs as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Neubert Springs
“Go. Neubert Springs is a safe, quiet semi-rural community in South Knox County with negligible crime rates. Visitors will experience a peaceful country atmosphere, with the main safety considerations being narrow, unlit roads rather than neighborhood violence.”
About the area
Neubert Springs is a scenic, low-density pocket situated in the rolling hills of South Knoxville. Characterized by single-family homes on large wooded lots, small farms, and quiet residential lanes, it offers a tranquil retreat from the city center. It is best known to visitors as the home of the Ancient Lore Village retreat and its proximity to the South Knoxville Urban Wilderness.
- Rural / Wooded
- Quiet & Low-Density
- Car-Dependent
- Scenic
Walking and biking in Neubert Springs
Walk score: 9/100 · Bike score: 16/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated bike lanes in the area. Road cycling requires sharing winding, hilly roads with vehicular traffic, though trail systems like IC King Park are nearby.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent crime and property offenses compared to the Knoxville city average
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable, tight-knit residential environment
- Tranquil, natural setting with minimal commercial traffic and noise pollution
Cons
- Virtually no pedestrian infrastructure, with narrow two-lane roads lacking sidewalks or paved shoulders
- Total reliance on personal motor vehicles for shopping, dining, and emergencies
- Limited street lighting along rural roads creates poor nighttime visibility
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not an active presence in Neubert Springs. There are no shelters, encampments, or congregating areas in this low-density residential sector.
What Neubert Springs is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful with light local commuter traffic navigating winding country roads under broad daylight.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with virtually no foot traffic and residents active on large residential properties.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet settles quickly across the ridges with excellent safety, though road visibility decreases markedly after dusk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Deeply tranquil and pitch-dark away from private home lights; crime is very rare, but driving requires extra caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) does not service Neubert Springs. The nearest public bus routes terminate several miles to the north along Chapman Highway and Maryville Pike.
Parking is strictly off-street on private driveways and dedicated property lots. Street parking is generally unsafe due to narrow, shoulderless roads, but parking at all destinations is completely free.
Things to do in Neubert Springs
- Visit or stay at Ancient Lore Village, a unique fantasy-themed boutique resort and event destination.
- Hike, mountain bike, or trail run at nearby IC King Park on the Maryville Pike corridor.
- Take a scenic rural drive through the rolling ridges of Gov. John Sevier Highway and Neubert Springs Road.
Local favorites
- Ancient Lore Village · Resort & Event Venue · 4.6★ (460)A whimsical boutique village retreat offering fantasy-themed lodging, outdoor axe throwing, and private dining events.
- King Tut's Grill · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.6★ (530)A long-standing South Knoxville staple nearby serving hearty Greek and Egyptian comfort plates in an eclectic dining room.
- Landing House · Asian Fusion Restaurant · 4.7★ (980)A cozy, highly rated eatery nearby in South Knox serving Chinese-influenced cuisine and craft cocktails in a historic home.
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.
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