Is North Hills Meridian safe?
Meridian, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates North Hills Meridian as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on North Hills Meridian
“Go. North Hills is one of Meridian's most stable and established residential and commercial sectors, offering a safe environment for visitors. While basic vehicle security precautions are prudent in commercial retail plazas, the area is largely insulated from the violent crime challenges found in other parts of the city.”
About the area
Located in northern Meridian along North Hills Street and Highway 19, this neighborhood is characterized by mid-century single-family homes, golf course communities, and suburban strip centers. It is predominantly quiet, family-oriented, and provides convenient access to local dining and regional healthcare services.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in North Hills Meridian
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share system and the neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, meaning cyclists must share standard roadways with motor vehicle traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to central and southern Meridian
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Convenient access to local healthcare facilities and neighborhood shopping centers
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes and car break-ins around retail parking lots
- Heavy vehicle dependency with virtually no dedicated pedestrian infrastructure
- Sparse street lighting along some secondary residential roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low in North Hills, with minimal panhandling and no notable encampments compared to downtown Meridian.
What North Hills Meridian is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents commute to work and neighborhood walkers take advantage of quiet subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Steady commercial traffic along the main arteries with a safe, relaxed retail environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential streets with modest activity centered around local restaurants and shopping centers.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity with virtually empty streets; safe, though limited street lighting makes vehicle travel preferable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Meridian Transit System with limited fixed-route bus service along major corridors; the nearest passenger rail connection is Meridian Union Station (Amtrak), situated roughly 4 miles south in downtown.
Parking is completely free and exceptionally easy to find across large surface lots at shopping centers and on residential streets.
Things to do in North Hills Meridian
- Play a round of golf or dine at Northwood Country Club
- Explore local dining spots and specialty shopping along North Hills Street
- Take a short five-minute drive south to explore the walking trails and lakes at Bonita Lakes Park
Local favorites
- The Rustler · Steakhouse · 4.6★ (490)Longstanding upscale dining venue known for prime steaks, seafood, and a classic supper club atmosphere.
- Mia's Caffe · Coffee Shop & Cafe · 4.7★ (310)Cozy neighborhood spot serving artisan coffees, specialty teas, breakfast sandwiches, and pastries.
- La Fiesta Brava · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (760)Popular casual eatery offering classic Mexican fare, combination platters, and margaritas.
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.