Is Northeast Collierville safe?
Collierville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northeast Collierville as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Northeast Collierville
“Go. Northeast Collierville is one of the safest and most affluent suburban communities in the greater Memphis metropolitan area. Violent crime is exceedingly rare, neighborhoods are peaceful and well-maintained, and visitors face virtually no safety hazards beyond standard suburban traffic awareness.”
About the area
Northeast Collierville is a quiet, upscale residential enclave characterized by expansive single-family subdivisions, master-planned developments, and manicured green spaces. It offers a tranquil escape with scenic nature parks and easy driving access to shopping and dining corridors.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Affluent & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Well-Manicured
Walking and biking in Northeast Collierville
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no public bike-share system, but residential streets are safe for cycling and W.C. Johnson Park connects directly to the Collierville Greenbelt multi-use trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the entire Mid-South region.
- Median household incomes exceed $140,000 with poverty rates below 3%.
- High rates of homeownership and exceptionally well-kept neighborhood infrastructure.
- Proximity to high-quality parks, sports complexes, and conservation boardwalks.
Cons
- Heavy car dependency requiring a personal vehicle for almost all trips.
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries (unlocked car break-ins) typical of outer suburbs.
- Subdued nightlife and limited walkable retail options within residential subdivisions.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Northeast Collierville. There are no encampments, panhandling is virtually nonexistent, and social support services are centralized in urban Memphis.
What Northeast Collierville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting through tranquil residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with school traffic and recreational park use creating a safe, bustling daytime vibe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with well-lit neighborhood avenues and families spending time outdoors in yards and local parks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic, remaining exceptionally safe throughout the night.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in Northeast Collierville; Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) does not provide fixed-route bus or rail service this far east, making a personal vehicle or rideshare mandatory.
Parking is abundant and entirely free throughout the area, with spacious driveways, easy residential street parking, and large complimentary lots at parks and shopping plazas.
Things to do in Northeast Collierville
- Walk the scenic elevated boardwalk and wetland nature trails at W.C. Johnson Park.
- Catch local youth tournaments and enjoy recreational facilities at the nearby Cox Park.
- Take a short drive to the historic Collierville Town Square for boutique shopping and community concerts.
Local favorites
- Skybox Grill · American Restaurant & Sports Bar · 4.4★ (1150)A popular local gathering spot serving elevated pub fare, wings, and craft beers in a casual atmosphere.
- Silver Caboose Restaurant & Soda Fountain · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)A staple near the square known for classic meat-and-three lunches, homemade desserts, and vintage charm.
- Mensi's Dairy Bar · Ice Cream Shop · 4.6★ (840)A long-standing local favorite offering classic soft-serve cones, milkshakes, and retro fast-casual bites.
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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