Is The Meadows safe?
Dothan, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Meadows as “Go”.
Gogo's take on The Meadows
“Go. The Meadows is a tranquil, well-kept suburban residential neighborhood in northwest Dothan. Visitors staying with family or renting here will find a peaceful, low-crime environment with standard precautions against unlocked vehicle opportunistic theft.”
About the area
The Meadows is an established single-family residential community featuring manicured lawns, ranch and traditional-style homes, and quiet neighborhood streets. It sits conveniently close to northwest Dothan's primary shopping and dining corridors along Montgomery Highway and Westgate Parkway.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Established Homes
Walking and biking in The Meadows
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no designated bike lanes or bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but internal residential streets have low traffic suitable for casual neighborhood cycling. The paved Westgate Trail is a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the Dothan municipal average
- High rate of homeownership with well-maintained properties and stable residency
- Close proximity to Westgate recreation facilities, healthcare centers, and retail hubs
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as theft from unlocked vehicles
- Virtually zero neighborhood-level commercial amenities within walking distance
- Total reliance on private vehicle transportation for daily errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within this residential subdivision. Related social services and shelters are located miles away near downtown Dothan.
What The Meadows is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and low local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet residential atmosphere with occasional delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban evenings with families in yards and minimal through-traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; streets are safe though dimly lit outside of private yard lights.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving the neighborhood. Wiregrass Transit Authority operates curb-to-curb demand-response van service across Dothan with advance reservations.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant private driveways and ample, unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in The Meadows
- Walk, jog, or bike the scenic paved loops around the quiet residential streets
- Visit the nearby Westgate Recreation Complex for tennis, softball, and paved fitness trails
- Explore the botanical displays and walking paths at the nearby Dothan Area Botanical Gardens
Local favorites
- The Cellar · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (520)Upscale dining spot offering steaks, seafood, and an extensive wine selection in an intimate setting.
- Hunt's Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (2650)Long-running local staple known for fresh Gulf oysters, fried catfish, and classic Southern sides.
- Milky Moo's · Ice Cream Shop · 4.7★ (460)Popular local parlor serving premium handmade ice cream, milkshakes, and sweet treats.
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.