Is The Dell safe?
Oxford, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Dell as “Go”.
Gogo's take on The Dell
“Go. The Dell is an exceptionally safe, serene, and affluent residential enclave in Oxford. Visitors staying in local guest rentals or visiting residents will encounter virtually zero violent crime risks and an orderly, tranquil environment.”
About the area
The Dell is an attractive, upscale residential pocket located just south of central Oxford, known for its mature tree canopy, manicured lawns, and upscale townhomes and single-family properties. The neighborhood offers an idyllic, secluded atmosphere while remaining only minutes away from the University of Mississippi campus and the historic Oxford Square.
- Affluent
- Quiet / Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in The Dell
Walk score: 26/100 · Bike score: 38/100
While dedicated on-street bike lanes are absent within the subdivision, low vehicular speeds make residential cycling safe, and the nearby Bailey's Woods Trail provides access to non-motorized nature paths.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime compared to national benchmarks
- High household income levels and well-maintained private properties with negligible vacancy
- Quiet streets with virtually no through-traffic, creating a secure residential ambiance
- Close proximity to the historic Oxford Square and the Bailey's Woods trail system
Cons
- Purely residential enclave with no commercial businesses, cafes, or shops inside the neighborhood
- High car dependency for routine errands and dining
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential lanes after dusk
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in The Dell. There are no encampments or panhandling within the development, and social service providers are located in larger regional hubs outside this residential district.
What The Dell is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with residents jogging or walking dogs through quiet residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and sun-dappled with minimal vehicle traffic and a completely secure atmosphere.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential, with neighborhood activity winding down as residents return home.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent; exceptionally low crime, though carrying a flashlight is helpful due to sparse streetlamps.
Transit, parking and getting around
Oxford University Transit (OUT) provides local bus service across Oxford, but fixed routes do not enter the interior of The Dell. The closest bus stops run along South Lamar Boulevard, making personal vehicles and rideshares the standard mode of transit.
Ample off-street parking is available via private driveways and dedicated community spaces. Street parking is lightly regulated to maintain emergency vehicle clearance, and parking garages are located nearby around the Oxford Square.
Things to do in The Dell
- Take a quiet walk along the shaded residential lanes beneath mature oak and magnolia trees
- Hike the nearby Bailey's Woods Trail, a scenic nature path leading to William Faulkner's historic Rowan Oak estate
- Take a short five-minute drive to the Oxford Square for dining, book browsing, and local art galleries
Local favorites
- City Grocery · Southern Fine Dining · 4.6★ (1280)Renowned landmark restaurant serving refined Southern staples with an iconic upstairs cocktail bar.
- Snackbar · Gastropub · 4.6★ (710)Acclaimed neighborhood brasserie featuring raw oysters, craft cocktails, and Southern-French cuisine.
- Chicory Market · Grocery Store · 4.8★ (360)Community-focused market offering locally sourced produce, specialty cheeses, and prepared foods.
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.