Is Woodmont Estates safe?
Nashville, Tennessee · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Woodmont Estates as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Woodmont Estates
“Go. Woodmont Estates is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent residential enclave nestled just north of Green Hills. Visitors will find manicured tree-lined streets and negligible violent crime, making it a peaceful retreat close to premier shopping and dining.”
About the area
Woodmont Estates is a prestigious, upscale residential neighborhood in southwest Nashville characterized by sprawling single-family estates, lush mature canopies, and quiet streets. It sits immediately adjacent to the bustling commercial corridors of Hillsboro Pike and Woodmont Boulevard, offering easy access to high-end shopping and dining in Green Hills.
- Affluent
- Leafy Suburban
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Woodmont Estates
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood interior, though low traffic volumes allow cautious cycling; connection to the 440 Greenway requires navigating busy connecting roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are extraordinarily low compared to the Nashville metro average.
- Affluent economic foundation with median household incomes well exceeding six figures and strong homeownership.
- Very close proximity to the upscale retail and dining amenities of Green Hills.
Cons
- Strictly residential interior with virtually no commercial destinations directly inside the subdivision.
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure with missing sidewalks on several internal residential roads.
- Occasional opportunistic property theft or vehicle prowls from unlocked cars along outer transit corridors.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential interior of Woodmont Estates, with only sporadic panhandling seen at major intersections along Hillsboro Pike.
What Woodmont Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene, with occasional joggers and dog walkers moving along the quiet residential avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with low vehicle traffic, feeling completely safe for casual strolling.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with subdued ambient lighting, remaining very secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely tranquil with dark, sleepy streets; while very safe, low street lighting means caution is prudent when walking on un-sidewalked roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
WeGo Public Transit operates Route 7 (Hillsboro Pike) along the neighborhood's perimeter, connecting directly to downtown Nashville. There is no rail or BRT service in the immediate area.
Residential streets generally have ample, free curb parking where permitted, while nearby retail centers offer extensive free surface and garage parking.
Things to do in Woodmont Estates
- Take a quiet architectural and garden stroll along the shaded residential streets.
- Browse upscale fashion boutiques and national retailers at nearby The Mall at Green Hills.
- Attend author events and browse regional literature at the historic Parnassus Books nearby.
Local favorites
- Parnassus Books · Independent Bookstore · 4.8★ (1820)Celebrated independent bookstore co-owned by author Ann Patchett, offering curated titles and author signings.
- The Greenhouse Bar · Cocktail Bar · 4.5★ (1150)Eclectic, plant-filled nursery turned neighborhood cocktail and gathering spot with an expansive patio.
- Table 3 Restaurant & Market · French Bistro · 4.5★ (560)Cozy neighborhood French brasserie serving classic bistro fare, wine, and freshly baked goods.
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.