Is Shemwood II safe?
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Shemwood II as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Shemwood II
“Go. Shemwood II is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential enclave in Mount Pleasant. Visitors will find peaceful suburban streets, virtually no violent crime, and immediate proximity to the vibrant dining scene around Shem Creek.”
About the area
Shemwood II is a well-established, leafy neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family homes and generous wooded lots. Located just off the Coleman Boulevard corridor, it combines quiet coastal living with convenient access to Charleston Harbor and local beaches.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Coastal Suburban
Walking and biking in Shemwood II
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 58/100
While no bike-share program exists here, flat neighborhood roads easily link with bike lanes on Coleman Boulevard leading toward Sullivan's Island and Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates far below regional and national averages.
- Affluent economic foundation with median household incomes well exceeding six figures and minimal poverty.
- Proximity to premier Lowcountry dining and waterfront recreation along Shem Creek.
Cons
- Prone to localized drainage and street flooding during heavy tropical downpours and king tides.
- Subdivision interior lacks continuous sidewalks, requiring pedestrians to share the roadway.
- Strictly residential interior with little commercial activity directly within the subdivision.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Shemwood II, with no encampments or panhandling in the neighborhood.
What Shemwood II is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with residents walking dogs and joggers taking advantage of light neighborhood traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and tranquil with minimal street activity and an exceptionally safe feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and quiet as residents return home, offering very safe conditions for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with virtually no foot traffic, remaining exceptionally secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by CARTA, with Route 40 running along nearby Coleman Boulevard; however, service is infrequent and the area is predominantly car-dependent.
Parking is simple and free, with ample space on private residential driveways and unmetered, low-hassle street parking where permitted.
Things to do in Shemwood II
- Take a scenic jog or walk under the mature live oak and pine canopies.
- Bike a short distance south to Shem Creek Boardwalk to watch shrimp boats and dolphins.
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard from nearby Shem Creek boat launches.
Local favorites
- Page's Okra Grill · Southern Restaurant · 4.7★ (9800)Celebrated local spot famous for Southern brunch favorites, shrimp and grits, and coastal comfort food.
- Tavern & Table · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2300)Upscale waterfront eatery along Shem Creek serving seasonal rustic plates, flatbreads, and craft cocktails.
- The Post House Restaurant · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)Refined coastal tavern located in the nearby Old Village serving fresh seafood and farm-driven fare.
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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