Is Quail Run safe?
Murfreesboro, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Quail Run as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Quail Run
“Go. Quail Run is a quiet, well-maintained residential neighborhood in Murfreesboro that is exceptionally safe for visitors and residents alike. While there is little commercial tourism within the subdivision itself, it offers a peaceful, secure suburban environment with easy driving access to regional parks, dining, and Middle Tennessee State University.”
About the area
Quail Run is an established residential subdivision in north-central Murfreesboro characterized by mature trees, single-family brick homes, and quiet cul-de-sacs. It is predominantly occupied by homeowners, families, and long-term residents seeking a calm suburban setting close to healthcare facilities and commercial corridors.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Quail Run
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, but low-speed residential streets are suitable for casual biking. Cyclists can drive a short distance to connect with the paved multi-use Murfreesboro Greenway System.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent crime and minimal local property crime compared to national averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-kept, stable residential properties
- Convenient proximity to major medical centers like the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center and Ascension Saint Thomas
- Calm, low-traffic neighborhood streets suitable for morning and evening walks
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries reported in the broader north Murfreesboro area
- Limited public transit options connecting directly into the residential enclave
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Quail Run. Any localized unhoused populations or panhandling in Murfreesboro are generally limited to specific commercial corridors along Broad Street or South Church Street.
What Quail Run is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors jogging, walking dogs, and departing for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and tranquil with very light local traffic and virtually no safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, offering safe conditions for evening strolls under well-spaced streetlights.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with minimal activity; very safe, though standard suburban awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Rover, Murfreesboro's public bus service, operates fixed routes along major arterials like Memorial Boulevard, but does not route directly through the Quail Run residential streets. There is no rail transit in Murfreesboro, making personal vehicles or rideshare services essential.
Driveway and private garage parking are standard throughout the neighborhood, and street parking is free, unrestricted, and easily accessible along subdivision roads.
Things to do in Quail Run
- Take a relaxing stroll through the quiet, tree-lined residential streets and cul-de-sacs
- Visit nearby Walter Hill Dam and Park on the Stones River for fishing and river views
- Access the Murfreesboro Greenway System at the nearby Northfield or General Bragg trailheads
Local favorites
- The Alley on Main · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (2350)A popular nearby downtown eatery serving upscale comfort food, steaks, and handcrafted pastas in a rustic setting.
- Just Love Coffee Cafe · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (890)A cozy nearby cafe offering artisan roasted coffee, signature waffle creations, and breakfast sandwiches.
- Slick Pig BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (3100)A long-running Murfreesboro staple famed for hickory-smoked pork, wings, and hearty Southern sides.
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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