Is South Hendersonville safe?
Hendersonville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Hendersonville as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Hendersonville
“Go. South Hendersonville is a very safe, tranquil suburban and lakeside community in Sumner County. Visitors and residents face minimal personal safety risks, with crime rates well below both national and Tennessee state averages.”
About the area
South Hendersonville occupies a scenic peninsula bordering Old Hickory Lake, characterized by waterfront parks, marinas, and established single-family neighborhoods. It offers an easygoing, family-oriented environment just 25 minutes northeast of downtown Nashville.
- Lakeside
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in South Hendersonville
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 30/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but the Hendersonville Greenway offers scenic multi-use paths connecting select municipal parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are roughly 60% lower than the national median.
- High homeownership rate exceeding 75% fosters stable, well-maintained residential areas.
- Abundant public waterfront access and lake recreation at local community parks.
- Median household incomes well above state benchmarks with low poverty levels under 7%.
Cons
- Virtually zero walkability outside dedicated parks, requiring a car for all errands.
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as vehicle break-ins at boat ramps or retail fringes.
- Lacks dedicated bike lanes on major arterial access roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in South Hendersonville, with no established encampments or visible panhandling.
What South Hendersonville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals jogging through parks and quiet neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around marina docks and public park spaces with low safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-centered with pleasant dining traffic at waterfront venues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and dark along residential peninsulas, with virtually zero street activity or crime risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; WeGo Public Transit operates the regional Route 92X commuter bus connecting Hendersonville to downtown Nashville on weekdays, but internal neighborhood transit is virtually non-existent.
Parking is abundant and universally free across parks, marinas, shopping plazas, and residential streets.
Things to do in South Hendersonville
- Walk or play disc golf along the shoreline at Sanders Ferry Park.
- Rent a boat or enjoy lakeside views from Rockland Recreation Area.
- Hike, jog, or birdwatch along the paved trails of the Hendersonville Greenway.
Local favorites
- The Rudder at Anchor High Marina · Lakeside American Restaurant · 4.3★ (2600)Popular open-air marina eatery serving seafood, burgers, and live music directly on Old Hickory Lake.
- Half Batch Brewing · Craft Brewery · 4.8★ (380)Laid-back local taproom crafting a diverse rotation of IPAs, lagers, and seasonal ales.
- Black Press Coffee Shop · Coffee Shop · 4.8★ (510)Community-favorite roastery and cafe known for specialty lattes and artisan baked goods.
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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