Is South Lebanon safe?
Lebanon, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Lebanon as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Lebanon
“Go. South Lebanon is a peaceful, low-crime suburban district characterized by modern subdivisions, quiet residential streets, and convenient retail hubs. Visitors will feel secure visiting local dining spots, parks, and shopping plazas day or night.”
About the area
South Lebanon is a rapidly growing suburban area centered along the South Cumberland Street corridor and extending toward Interstate 40 in Wilson County. It combines newer master-planned residential communities with accessible commercial strips and family-oriented amenities. Its location provides convenient connectivity to both Nashville commuters and historic downtown Lebanon.
- Suburban Exurb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Commercial Corridor
Walking and biking in South Lebanon
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 31/100
There are no municipal bike-share options and dedicated road bike lanes are largely absent, though paved multi-use paths exist inside nearby community parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are consistently well below state and national averages.
- Strong local economy with high median household incomes and high rates of homeownership.
- Abundant shopping, dining, and daily services centered along major road corridors.
- Well-maintained modern infrastructure with reliable public safety coverage from Wilson County and Lebanon authorities.
Cons
- High car dependency makes navigating without a personal vehicle impractical.
- Petty property crimes and occasional vehicle break-ins occur in commercial retail parking lots near Interstate 40.
- Heavy vehicle congestion on Highway 231 (S Cumberland St) during peak rush hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in South Lebanon, with only occasional individuals panhandling near major commercial intersections or freeway exit ramps along Highway 231.
What South Lebanon is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active with morning commuters and school traffic, feeling very safe and quiet in residential neighborhoods.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy along commercial plazas and tranquil in subdivisions, posing virtually no pedestrian safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Retail parking lots and casual dining spots remain well-populated and safe through the dinner rush.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Suburban streets become very quiet and dark; overall safety remains high, though driving is recommended over walking due to lack of continuous sidewalks.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit operates the WeGo Star regional commuter rail from Lebanon Station (about 2 miles north), but local bus transit within South Lebanon is extremely limited, making personal vehicles essential.
Parking is completely hassle-free, with abundant free surface parking lots across all commercial plazas and standard private driveways in residential areas.
Things to do in South Lebanon
- Enjoy the walking trails, splash pad, and picnic areas at nearby Don Fox Community Park.
- Attend events and expos hosted at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center.
- Play a round of golf at the nearby Lebanon Golf and Country Club.
Local favorites
- Demos' Restaurant · Italian & American Restaurant · 4.4★ (2150)A popular family-owned regional staple known for baked pasta, steaks, and signature chicken and rice soup.
- Painturo's · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (880)Local Italian favorite serving traditional pizzas, calzones, and pasta in a relaxed dining setting.
- Sammy B's · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Historic-inspired eatery serving Southern-accented American comfort food, steaks, and cocktails.
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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