Is South Inglewood (CCSI) safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates South Inglewood (CCSI) as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on South Inglewood (CCSI)
“Go. South Inglewood is a welcoming, largely residential East Nashville neighborhood that offers a relaxed neighborhood vibe alongside trendy dining spots. Visitors should practice standard awareness against vehicle break-ins, especially near major corridors like Gallatin Pike.”
About the area
South Inglewood is characterized by leafy residential streets with mid-century ranches, historic cottages, and recent modern infill housing. Situated just north of East Nashville's urban core, it offers quiet residential living with easy access to neighborhood cafes and creative eateries.
- Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Laid-Back
- Emerging Dining
Walking and biking in South Inglewood (CCSI)
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 56/100
The area features moderate bikeability with access to the nearby Shelby Bottoms Greenway network via Riverside Drive and quiet connector streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Steadily rising median household incomes and high rates of home reinvestment
- Quiet residential atmosphere distinct from the rowdier nightlife districts
- Active community involvement through the Concerned Citizens of South Inglewood neighborhood group
- Low rates of random violent crime on interior residential streets
Cons
- Elevated property crime rates, specifically opportunistic vehicle break-ins along commercial edges
- Occasional traffic safety hazards and reckless driving along main thoroughfares like Gallatin Pike
- Limited sidewalk infrastructure on several interior residential roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low across interior residential blocks but occasionally present along the commercial Gallatin Pike corridor and bus stops.
What South Inglewood (CCSI) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and heading to local coffee shops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe for general walking, running, and visiting neighborhood eateries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active around dining spots with a cozy, communal neighborhood vibe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet on side streets; basic situational awareness is advisable, particularly near commercial parking lots on Gallatin Pike.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit serves the area primarily via Route 56 (Gallatin Pike BRT Lite) and Route 26, providing direct access to downtown Nashville. There is no rail transit service in the immediate area.
Free and ample street parking is widely available across the residential blocks, and most neighborhood businesses offer dedicated free surface lots.
Things to do in South Inglewood (CCSI)
- Sample artisanal sandwiches and specialty groceries at Mitchell Delicatessen in adjacent Riverside Village
- Enjoy craft beers and casual dining on the patio at The Village Pub & Beer Garden
- Take a stroll through South Inglewood Park and check out the local community center
Local favorites
- Mitchell Delicatessen · Deli & Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (1650)Beloved local hub serving gourmet house-cured meats, fresh sandwiches, and craft sodas.
- The Village Pub & Beer Garden · Pub · 4.6★ (680)Cozy neighborhood tavern famous for craft beer on tap and stuffed pretzel sandwiches.
- Lou Nashville · Modern European Restaurant · 4.6★ (410)Chic, intimate bistro offering natural wines, brunch plates, and seasonal small dishes.
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.