Is Woodland Hills safe?
Atlanta, Georgia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Woodland Hills as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Woodland Hills
“Go. Woodland Hills is a peaceful, heavily wooded residential pocket in northeast Atlanta that offers exceptional safety for visitors and residents alike. While property crime such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins can occasionally spill over from nearby commercial thoroughfares, violent crime is exceedingly rare.”
About the area
Woodland Hills is an established, tree-canopied residential enclave tucked between Lindbergh, Cheshire Bridge, and Emory. It features mid-century ranch homes, modern builds, and lush greenery, providing a quiet suburban feel just minutes from Midtown and Buckhead.
- Quiet & Wooded
- Tree-Lined
- Suburban Vibe
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Woodland Hills
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
While internal roads lack dedicated bike lanes, traffic is light enough for experienced cyclists, and the neighborhood offers direct access to the Zonolite Park nature trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Atlanta citywide averages
- High median household income well over $110,000 and high homeownership rate fostering neighborhood stability
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets with active neighborhood watch involvement
- Central location with immediate driving access to Buckhead, Midtown, and Emory University
Cons
- Occasional property crimes, mainly vehicle break-ins and package thefts near commercial edges
- Very low internal walkability with almost no direct retail or dining within the residential interior
- Narrow roads with limited sidewalks and dim street lighting in certain sections
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen along major commercial perimeters on Cheshire Bridge Road or near the Lindbergh transit corridor.
What Woodland Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along quiet canopy-lined streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm with light residential traffic and exceptional personal safety throughout the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and relaxing, though reduced sidewalk coverage means pedestrians should stay alert to passing vehicles.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet with minimal foot traffic; keep vehicles locked and valuables out of sight as standard urban precaution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit is operated by MARTA; the nearest rail hub is Lindbergh Center Station (Red/Gold Lines), about 1.5 miles away, with connecting MARTA bus routes 30 and 33 running along bordering corridors like LaVista Road and Briarcliff Road.
Parking is easy and free, with ample residential curbside parking and private driveways throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Woodland Hills
- Explore the walking trails, community garden, and nature preserve at nearby Zonolite Park
- Stroll the serene, shaded residential avenues beneath mature oak and pine canopies
- Explore the eclectic dining and retro culinary staples along adjacent Cheshire Bridge and Briarcliff Roads
Local favorites
- The Colonnade · Southern Restaurant · 4.4★ (2350)Historic Atlanta institution serving classic Southern comfort food, fried chicken, and cocktails since 1927.
- Nino's Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1120)Long-running, intimate white-tablecloth venue offering classic pasta dishes and regional Italian specialties.
- Daily Chew · Cafe & Brunch · 4.7★ (790)Bright neighborhood cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, grain bowls, and Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast fare.
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.