Is Oakhurst (Savannah) safe?
Savannah, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Oakhurst (Savannah) as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Oakhurst (Savannah)
“Go. Oakhurst is a calm, established residential neighborhood in Savannah that is generally safe for visitors and residents alike. While it does not offer major tourist attractions, it provides a quiet environment with low rates of violent crime.”
About the area
Oakhurst is an established residential neighborhood situated in Savannah's Southside/Midtown area, characterized by mid-century single-family homes and tree-lined streets. It functions primarily as a quiet residential enclave with convenient vehicle access to major commercial corridors like Waters Avenue and Abercorn Street.
- Suburban Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Oakhurst (Savannah)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 45/100
Interior neighborhood streets are flat and easy to navigate on a bicycle, though there are no dedicated bike lanes on perimeter arterial roads and no nearby bike-share stations.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Savannah's denser urban core
- Stable residential neighborhood with high rates of long-term homeownership
- Convenient driving access to Southside shopping hubs, medical centers, and parks
Cons
- High car dependency with very few commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along residential streets
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent along Oakhurst's residential streets, though occasional panhandling may be observed near high-traffic commercial intersections along nearby Abercorn Street.
What Oakhurst (Savannah) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors walking dogs and light outbound commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and tranquil with minimal street activity and safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting as residents return home, remaining secure for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and largely deserted; violent incidents are rare, but locking vehicles is advised against opportunistic break-ins.
Transit, parking and getting around
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) serves the perimeter of the area with bus routes along major corridors like Waters Avenue and Abercorn Street, connecting riders directly into Downtown Savannah.
Street parking throughout Oakhurst is free, unmetered, and readily available, while most residences feature private driveways.
Things to do in Oakhurst (Savannah)
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and walking trails at nearby Lake Mayer Community Park
- Play a round of golf or tennis at Bacon Park, located just minutes away
- Sample authentic coastal Georgia barbecue and Southern comfort food along Waters Avenue
Local favorites
- Barnes Restaurant · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.3★ (1820)Longstanding local institution serving traditional Southern barbecue, fried chicken, and classic sides.
- Carey Hilliard's Restaurant · Southern / Seafood · 4.2★ (3480)Historic Savannah staple famous for barbecue pork, fried seafood platters, and curb service.
- Jalapeños Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1210)Popular neighborhood Mexican spot featuring classic combo plates, fajitas, 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.