Is North Murfreesboro safe?
Murfreesboro, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Murfreesboro as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Murfreesboro
“Go. North Murfreesboro is an exceptionally safe, family-oriented suburban community with very low violent crime and well-maintained residential subdivisions. While heavily car-dependent, visitors will encounter minimal safety risks throughout the day and night.”
Recent news coverage centers on road widening projects and infrastructure upgrades to manage rapid suburban population growth.
About the area
North Murfreesboro is characterized by modern single-family subdivisions, expansive community parks, and busy commercial strips centered along Memorial Boulevard. Located north of the downtown core, it serves as a peaceful bedroom community for the greater Nashville metropolitan area.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban / Sprawling
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Safe
Walking and biking in North Murfreesboro
Walk score: 26/100 · Bike score: 32/100
Biking along arterial roads is difficult due to traffic and missing bike lanes, but nearby access points link to the paved Murfreesboro Stones River Greenway; no municipal bike-share is present.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than state and national averages.
- Strong economic profile with high household median incomes and low poverty levels.
- Well-maintained suburban housing stock with high homeownership rates.
- Excellent public recreation facilities including large regional parks and sports complexes.
Cons
- Heavily auto-centric infrastructure creates pedestrian safety hazards on major thoroughfares.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, such as vehicle break-ins in residential driveways.
- Minimal public transit connectivity outside of limited daytime bus routes.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is negligible in North Murfreesboro, with only rare panhandling near major commercial intersections along Memorial Boulevard.
What North Murfreesboro is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Subdivisions and thoroughfares are active with school and work commuters, offering a very safe environment.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Commercial centers and neighborhood parks are busy with families and shoppers under secure conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Suburban streets transition to quiet residential routines with safe conditions for neighborhood walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are very quiet with sparse vehicular traffic and virtually no safety concerns beyond basic situational awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Murfreesboro Rover operates limited weekday bus service along Memorial Boulevard, but there is no regional rail or rapid transit connectivity in the district.
Parking is free, widely available, and straightforward with abundant surface lots at all commercial centers and public facilities.
Things to do in North Murfreesboro
- Watch regional soccer matches or walk the trails at the Richard Siegel Soccer Complex.
- Engage in community sports and aquatic activities at McKnight Park and Sports*Com.
- Access the scenic multi-use paved trails connecting to the Murfreesboro Stones River Greenway network.
Local favorites
- The Chop House · Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1420)Upscale casual dining venue serving classic steaks, chops, and seafood along Memorial Boulevard.
- Parthenon Grille · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Longstanding local institution offering traditional Greek specialties, prime cuts, and fine wine.
- Just Love Coffee Cafe - Memorial · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (680)Neighborhood gathering spot famous for roasted specialty coffees and waffle-pressed breakfast fare.
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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