Is Oakhurst (Savannah) safe?
Savannah, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Oakhurst (Savannah) as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Oakhurst (Savannah)
“Go. Oakhurst is a peaceful, established residential community in southeast Savannah with low violent crime and minimal visitor risks. While purely suburban with few commercial attractions within its borders, it is safe, calm, and well-positioned for exploring nearby historic coastal districts.”
About the area
Oakhurst is a quiet, tree-lined enclave characterized by mid-century single-family homes, tidy yards, and low-traffic streets. Located just off Skidaway Road and near the Truman Parkway, it serves primarily as a residential haven near the historic Sandfly and Isle of Hope communities.
- Quiet / Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Oakhurst (Savannah)
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no public bike-share hubs in Oakhurst; neighborhood streets are flat and easy to cycle, though major surrounding thoroughfares lack dedicated bike infrastructure.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Savannah's central urban corridors
- High homeownership rate with stable, well-maintained single-family properties
- Quick vehicle access to Midtown amenities, Downtown Savannah, and coastal marshes via Truman Parkway
- Low-speed residential streets suitable for quiet daytime walks
Cons
- Car-dependent with virtually no dining, retail, or entertainment within comfortable walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential streets at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Oakhurst's residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near shopping centers along major commercial segments of Skidaway Road.
What Oakhurst (Savannah) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and refreshing, with residents walking dogs and runners taking advantage of quiet neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and typical of a sleepy suburb, with very low through-traffic and a safe, family-oriented feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very safe and relaxing as daylight fades, though dimly lit streets warrant carrying a flashlight.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost zero foot traffic; safety risks are low, though vehicles should be locked.
Transit, parking and getting around
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) operates bus routes along the nearby Skidaway Road corridor (such as Route 41), connecting the area to Midtown and Downtown Savannah, though frequency is limited and service is car-oriented.
Street parking is free, abundant, and straightforward throughout the residential subdivision, with most homes featuring private driveways.
Things to do in Oakhurst (Savannah)
- Take a quiet morning walk or jog through the moss-draped, low-traffic neighborhood streets
- Drive five minutes south to explore the historic Sandfly community and the entrance to Isle of Hope
- Visit the nearby Wormsloe State Historic Site to view its iconic avenue of live oaks and historic tabby ruins
Local favorites
- Driftaway Cafe · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)A beloved nearby coastal eatery in Sandfly serving fresh local seafood, crab cakes, and Southern specialties.
- Tequila's Town Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Vibrant neighborhood spot serving authentic regional Mexican dishes and craft margaritas nearby on Skidaway.
- Castaways · Seafood & Grill · 4.4★ (910)Casual, maritime-themed tavern offering oysters, grilled seafood platters, and cold draft beers.
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.