Is North Rome safe?
Rome, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates North Rome as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on North Rome
“Go with care. North Rome is largely a working-class residential and light-commercial area where daytime visits to local parks and eateries are generally trouble-free. However, elevated property crime rates and lower household incomes warrant heightened awareness, particularly after dark off main thoroughfares.”
Local law enforcement continues regular patrols addressing sporadic property theft and localized disturbances near commercial corridors along North Broad Street.
About the area
North Rome sits just north of downtown across the Oostanaula River, characterized by modest historic mill cottages, light industrial corridors, and commercial strips along North Broad Street and Martha Berry Boulevard. It serves as a quieter, blue-collar sector of Floyd County with direct access to regional greenways.
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Riverfront Access
- Residential Pocket
Walking and biking in North Rome
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 49/100
Cyclists have excellent access to the Rome Trail System (Heritage Trail Network) running through Ridge Ferry Park along the Oostanaula River, though dedicated on-street bike lanes are rare elsewhere.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Immediate access to Ridge Ferry Park and the Oostanaula River trail system
- Affordable local dining options along major roadway corridors
- Active neighborhood revival and community policing efforts by the City of Rome
Cons
- Poverty rates in several Census tracts exceed 25%, above state and county averages
- Above-average rates of larceny, vehicle break-ins, and property offenses
- Spotty sidewalk continuity and limited streetlighting on interior residential streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low to moderate, occasionally noticeable near the riverbanks, under bridges, and along transit stops near North Broad Street, with local support services concentrated closer to downtown Rome.
What North Rome is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and routine as commuters head out and municipal workers maintain local parks along the river.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Moderate traffic along commercial arterials with regular pedestrian activity around retail hubs and green spaces.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas, though dimly lit side streets require situational awareness if walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Activity drops significantly; isolated streets experience occasional trespassing and property crime, making vehicular travel advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Rome Transit Department (RTD) operates fixed-route bus service through North Rome, primarily along the Main / North Broad route connecting to the downtown transfer station. There is no passenger rail or BRT in Rome.
Parking is ample and free throughout North Rome, with large surface lots at shopping centers and parks, plus unmetered street parking in residential sections.
Things to do in North Rome
- Stroll the paved riverfront pathways and gardens at Ridge Ferry Park
- Learn about regional ecology and wildlife at the Rome ECO Center
- Explore the walking trails and historic earthworks at nearby Jackson Hill
Local favorites
- Bella Roma Grill · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)A relaxed neighborhood staple serving classic pasta dishes, pizza, and Mediterranean entrees.
- Dub's High on the Hog · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (620)Popular local barbecue counter offering slow-smoked pulled pork, ribs, and traditional Southern sides.
- Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.2★ (890)Casual, vibrant dining spot serving hefty combination platters, tacos, 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.