Is Parkertown safe?
Florence, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Parkertown as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Parkertown
“Go. Parkertown is a quiet, unassuming residential neighborhood in Florence with low overall crime and minimal risk for everyday visitors. While it lacks commercial attractions within its immediate boundaries, standard vehicle security and basic situational awareness are sufficient for a safe stay.”
About the area
Parkertown is an established, predominantly residential community situated within Florence, Alabama, defined by mid-century single-family homes and modest lots. It sits conveniently close to the Florence Boulevard commercial corridor, making it an accessible and peaceful base near the city's key amenities.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Feel
- Low-Density
Walking and biking in Parkertown
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no protected bike lanes or shared bike programs in Parkertown, though quiet neighborhood streets allow for casual riding; formal greenways like the TVA Rockpile Trail are a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to larger Alabama metro areas
- Quiet neighborhood streets with minimal cut-through traffic
- Close driving proximity to major shopping, dining, and healthcare along Florence Boulevard
- Stable residential fabric with a solid base of long-term homeowners
Cons
- Incidents of opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle larcenies
- Patchy pedestrian infrastructure with inconsistent sidewalks and dim nighttime lighting
- Car-dependent setting with few neighborhood amenities in walking distance
- Pockets of aging housing stock and modest median household earnings
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Parkertown, as local shelters and support services are concentrated closer to downtown Florence.
What Parkertown is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as residents start their morning commutes and school drop-offs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Subdued and calm with minimal street activity other than routine local traffic and delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential settling with low noise, though limited streetlights require vigilance when walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and largely deserted; while violent crime is rare, standard precautions like locking cars and porches are advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit in Florence is managed via NACOLG Transit's on-demand, demand-response van system; there are no fixed-route bus lines, BRT corridors, or passenger rail stations serving Parkertown.
Parking is abundant and free, predominantly accommodated via private residential driveways and unrestricted on-street curb parking.
Things to do in Parkertown
- Walk the paved loop trails and visit the community gardens at nearby Deibert Park
- Sample regional Shoals-style barbecue and hot slaw along the Florence Boulevard corridor
- Take a short drive to the Wilson Dam Overlook and TVA recreational trails along the Tennessee River
Local favorites
- Bunyan's Bar-B-Q · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (710)Historic Florence staple famous for its pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, and signature spicy mustard slaw.
- Dale's Restaurant · Steakhouse · 4.3★ (890)Longstanding local steakhouse offering traditional aged steaks, seafood platters, and a full salad bar.
- Rivertown Coffee Company · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (950)Popular nearby local hub serving artisanal espresso drinks, scratch pastries, and hearty breakfast sandwiches.
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.