Is Southeast Marietta safe?
Marietta, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Southeast Marietta as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Southeast Marietta
“Go. Southeast Marietta is a predominantly suburban commercial and residential district that is generally safe for visitors during standard business and daytime hours. Exercise standard caution along high-traffic commercial corridors and around budget motels at night, but residential neighborhoods and developed retail centers present minimal safety concerns.”
Marietta's ongoing Franklin Gateway redevelopment initiative has continued to replace aging multi-family properties with modern sports facilities and light-industrial offices, leading to a steady multi-year decline in local property crime.
About the area
Southeast Marietta is a transitional suburban area anchored by major thoroughfares like Cobb Parkway, Delk Road, and Franklin Gateway. It features a mix of corporate offices, shopping plazas, multi-family apartment communities, and recently developed sports complexes. While largely car-dependent and utilitarian, it offers convenient access to I-75 and regional entertainment hubs.
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Commercial
- Redeveloping
- Commuter Corridor
Walking and biking in Southeast Marietta
Walk score: 41/100 · Bike score: 34/100
Bike lanes are sparse on major thoroughfares like Delk Road and Cobb Parkway, though the multi-use Rottenwood Creek Trail and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area trails are accessible a short drive south.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Steady decrease in property and violent crime following city redevelopment projects along Franklin Gateway
- High vehicle ownership and quick access to major interstate corridors (I-75 and I-285)
- Proximity to major recreational amenities like the Atlanta United training ground and SunTrust/Truist Park area
Cons
- Localized property crime and vehicle break-ins along commercial strip malls and extended-stay lodging corridors
- Heavy vehicular traffic on major multi-lane arterials creates pedestrian hazards
- Noticeable pockets of higher rental density and economic distress compared to surrounding East Cobb suburbs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low to moderate, occasionally seen near budget extended-stay motels and transit stops along major intersections like Cobb Parkway and Delk Road, with local services concentrated closer to central Marietta.
What Southeast Marietta is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active with commuters and light commercial deliveries; very safe for drivers and visitors accessing businesses.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy suburban traffic along main arterials with high activity in shopping centers and minimal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Commercial plazas and dining establishments remain active, though side streets become quiet and dim.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pockets around extended-stay motels and isolated strip mall parking lots warrant increased awareness due to occasional trespassing and theft.
Transit, parking and getting around
CobbLinc operates local bus service with Routes 10, 15, and 50 connecting to Marietta Transfer Center and the Cumberland MARTA transfer point, though there is no direct rail station.
Abundant and free surface lot parking is standard across virtually all shopping centers, residential complexes, and business parks in the area.
Things to do in Southeast Marietta
- Catch youth tournaments or matches at the Franklin Gateway Sports Complex
- Enjoy classic arcade games and roller skating at Sparkles Family Fun Center
- Practice your swing and driving range skills at the nearby Fox Creek Golf Course
Local favorites
- Heirloom Market BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (3850)Acclaimed fusion joint serving traditional Southern barbecue infused with Korean flavors and sides.
- Jerusalem Bakery & Grill · Middle Eastern Restaurant · 4.5★ (1620)Authentic Mediterranean eatery and bakery offering shawarma, fresh pita, and imported groceries.
- Marietta Fish Market · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (4900)Lively, landmark seafood destination known for expansive portions, Cape Cod-style exterior, and diverse menu.
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.