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Safety Report
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United States · Assessed 13 October 2026
71
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and United States Virgin Islands. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:48:24Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-10T19:41:02.6992267-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
ModerateMugging and armed robbery occur occasionally, mainly in North and East Nashville neighborhoods away from tourist zones
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching happen in crowded spots like Broadway honky-tonks, music venues, and during large events
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Moderately positive
64/100
Recent visitor reports indicate mixed feelings about safety, with many feeling secure in daytime tourist areas but expressing caution at night or in less familiar parts of the city.
Yes. Nashville is generally safe for visitors who exercise normal precautions, though petty crime occurs in tourist areas.
Nashville's composite safety index of 73/100 reflects moderate crime risks balanced by strong institutions and low terrorism threat. Visitors should remain alert to pickpocketing and opportunistic theft, particularly in crowded entertainment districts and on public transit. Violent crime against tourists is uncommon but not absent, with most incidents concentrated in specific neighborhoods away from main attractions.
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Nashville sees most violent crime concentrated in specific residential neighborhoods, particularly in the northern and eastern parts of the city, while tourist areas like Downtown and Music Valley remain relatively secure. The October 2026 incident at the federal courthouse highlights that isolated security events can occur, though they are rare and typically involve individuals with specific grievances rather than random violence against visitors. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are the most common risks for travelers, especially in the honky-tonk bars along Broadway and during large concerts or festivals where crowds create opportunities for theft.
Visitor sentiment reflects this balance: many feel safe exploring attractions during daylight hours but advise increased vigilance after dark, particularly when walking alone or using rideshare services in unfamiliar areas. Scams targeting tourists often involve individuals selling counterfeit event tickets near venues or offering unofficial tours at inflated prices, so purchasing through official channels is strongly advised. To stay safe, travelers should stick to well-lit, populated streets at night, avoid displaying valuables openly, and use verified transportation options. While no destination is risk-free, Nashville’s overall safety profile supports a pleasant visit when standard urban precautions are observed.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 8 Nashville districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Nashville safety map.
North NashvilleavoidHigher rates of violent crime and property theft; avoid walking alone, especially after dark, and stay alert to surroundings.
Downtown NashvillecautionGenerally safe by day; increased petty theft and occasional violent incidents reported near honky-tonk bars and Riverfront after dark.
South NashvillecautionMixed safety; some residential zones are safe, but areas near industrial zones report more property crime — avoid isolated streets at night.
MidtowncautionBusy commercial zone with moderate pickpocketing risk in crowded areas like Broadway; exercise caution with valuables, especially at night.
East NashvillesaferPopular residential area with low violent crime; well-lit streets and active community watch make it safe for visitors day and night.
GermantownsaferHistoric district near downtown with strong police presence; low crime rates and frequent patrols ensure safety for pedestrians.
The GulchsaferUpscale, well-maintained area with hotels and restaurants; minimal crime and good lighting support safe walking even after dark.
West End / VanderbiltsaferHome to universities and embassies; well-patrolled, low crime, and high pedestrian activity make it consistently safe.
07 · After Dark
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Mugging and armed robbery occur occasionally, mainly in North and East Nashville neighborhoods away from tourist zones
After dark, be most careful around North Nashville, Downtown Nashville, South Nashville, Midtown. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Yes. Nashville is generally safe for visitors who exercise normal precautions, though petty crime occurs in tourist areas. Nashville's composite safety index of 73/100 reflects moderate crime risks balanced by strong institutions and low terrorism threat. Visitors should remain alert to pickpocketing and opportunistic theft, particularly in crowded entertainment districts and on public transit. Violent crime against tourists is uncommon but not absent, with most incidents concentrated in specific neighborhoods away from main attractions. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Nashville report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Field research flags North Nashville as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Nashville ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 71/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight (and U.S. reports lean more on the latest field research); the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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