Is Elmore Park safe?
Memphis, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Elmore Park as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Elmore Park
“Go. Elmore Park is a peaceful, established suburban enclave on the Memphis-Bartlett border that enjoys noticeably lower violent crime rates than the citywide average. Visitors can expect quiet, family-oriented residential streets, though you will need a personal vehicle to get around comfortably.”
About the area
Elmore Park is a mature, tree-lined residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century ranch-style homes and well-maintained properties. Situated in northeast Shelby County adjacent to Bartlett, it offers a tranquil bedroom community feel buffered from the denser urban core. Commercial amenities are concentrated along nearby arterials like Stage Road rather than within the residential interior.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Elmore Park
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but the wide, low-speed residential streets allow for easy casual riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Memphis citywide averages.
- High homeownership rate and stable housing conditions create a cohesive suburban atmosphere.
- Above-average household incomes and relatively low residential vacancy.
Cons
- Susceptible to occasional opportunistic property and vehicle break-ins.
- Almost completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail core.
- Lacks dedicated pedestrian sidewalks on several residential and connector streets.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are not present in Elmore Park's residential core, with only rare panhandling observed at commercial intersections along Stage Road.
What Elmore Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with school commutes and neighbors walking dogs along residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure, with light local traffic and standard suburban activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented, feeling calm and safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with minimal activity; violent crime is uncommon, though vehicles should be locked.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit is operated by the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), but fixed-route bus service through the interior of Elmore Park is virtually nonexistent, making car travel essential.
Parking is completely hassle-free, with abundant free private driveways and unrestricted curbside parking along residential roads.
Things to do in Elmore Park
- Enjoy a morning walk or jog through the neighborhood's quiet, shaded residential loops.
- Visit the adjacent historic Bartlett Station area for seasonal community markets and local history.
- Explore the regional dining and specialty shops along nearby Stage Road.
Local favorites
- Side Porch Steakhouse · Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1150)A cozy, long-running local institution serving classic steaks and signature dressings in a home-like setting.
- Baby Jack's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)Popular neighborhood counter-serve joint offering slow-smoked pulled pork, ribs, and loaded baked potatoes.
- Exline's Best Pizza in Town · Pizza Restaurant · 4.3★ (870)Memphis regional favorite known for hearty square-cut pizzas, sandwiches, and casual family dining.
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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