Is Southmoor Heights safe?
Parkersburg, West Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Southmoor Heights as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Southmoor Heights
“Go. Southmoor Heights is a peaceful and stable residential enclave in South Parkersburg that experiences very little violent crime. While it lacks commercial attractions, visitors have little to worry about beyond basic vehicle security.”
About the area
Southmoor Heights is an established, mid-century residential neighborhood situated in South Parkersburg, characterized by modest single-family homes and quiet roadways. It functions largely as a bedroom community with quick access to regional commercial corridors along Division Street and Camden Avenue.
- Quiet Suburban
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Southmoor Heights
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 25/100
There are no bike-share systems or designated bike lanes in Southmoor Heights, though paved leisure trails are accessible nearby at Southwood Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to Parkersburg municipal averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering neighborhood stability
- Peaceful residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlatched vehicle theft
- Highly car-dependent with patchy sidewalk infrastructure
- Lack of commercial amenities or dining within immediate walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within residential Southmoor Heights. Encampments and related service centers are primarily located further north in downtown Parkersburg.
What Southmoor Heights is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and bright as residents commute to work, feeling very safe for walking pets or jogging.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-traffic and relaxed with routine residential activity and no notable safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and peaceful as the neighborhood winds down, suitable for neighborhood strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dimly lit and very quiet; generally safe, though standard precautions like locking parked cars should be observed.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Mid-Ohio Valley Transit Authority (Easy Rider) provides local bus connections along nearby arterials such as Division Street, though service within the interior streets is nonexistent and the region lacks passenger rail.
Free, unrestricted street parking is widely available throughout the neighborhood, and virtually all homes feature private driveways and garages.
Things to do in Southmoor Heights
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, pickleball courts, and seasonal swimming at nearby Southwood Park
- Browse regional retail and antique stores along Division Street
- Take a short drive north to Point Park to catch the ferry to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park
Local favorites
- The Pizza Place · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (950)Beloved South Side staple celebrated for Sicilian-style square slices and casual comfort fare.
- Mary B's Diner · Diner · 4.6★ (1400)Enduring local eatery serving hearty Appalachian-style breakfasts and classic homestyle dinners.
- Der Dog Haus · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (650)Longtime community staple famous for specialty hot dogs, burgers, and classic fast-casual bites.
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.