{"id":1131,"date":"2023-12-01T17:49:49","date_gmt":"2023-12-01T17:49:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/?p=1131"},"modified":"2025-08-24T08:22:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-24T13:22:44","slug":"discovering-the-safest-neighborhoods-in-atlanta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/discovering-the-safest-neighborhoods-in-atlanta\/","title":{"rendered":"Discovering the Safest Neighborhoods in Atlanta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">And Some Atlanta Neighborhoods to Avoid<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Susie Chow, Tomo\u2019s Lead Writer &amp; Atlanta resident, combines exclusive on the ground local insights with real estate expertise and economic data from Greg Schwartz, Tomo CEO &amp; former Zillow President; Emanuel Santa-Donato, Head of Capital Markets &amp; Interest Rate Forecaster; and Joel Monge, Head of Digital Production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Contemplating a move to The ATL can spark a barrage of safety-related questions. Is Atlanta safe? What are the safe neighborhoods in Atlanta? And what are the Atlanta neighborhoods to avoid? Navigating a new city, especially one as diverse and vibrant as Atlanta, can feel like a daunting task \u2014 but fear not! We&#8217;re here to guide you through it with some local insights and knowledge you\u2019ll need to make an informed decision. So read on as we dive into some of the safest neighborhoods in Atlanta, some Atlanta neighborhoods to avoid, and some in-between. For more information on how safe Atlanta is, <a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/is-atlanta-safe\/\">check out our article<\/a> on Atlanta crime rates, neighborhood safety, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Table of Contents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#peachtree\" title=\"Peachtree City\">Peachtree City<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#johnscreek\" title=\"Johns Creek\">Johns Creek<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#brookhaven\" title=\"Brookhaven\">Brookhaven<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#buckhead\" title=\"Buckhead\">Buckhead<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#midtown\" title=\"Midtown\">Midtown<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#downtown\" title=\"Downtown\">Downtown<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"peachtree\">Best Place for Golf Enthusiasts: Peachtree City<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/peachtree-city-safe-suburb-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1139\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/peachtree-city-safe-suburb-jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/peachtree-city-safe-suburb-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/peachtree-city-safe-suburb-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Best For<\/strong>: Professionals, families, golf enthusiasts&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good Vibes<\/strong>: Beautiful scenery, golf cart-friendly community<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes: <\/strong>Limited entertainment and nightlife, limited diversity<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*: <\/strong>159\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime*:<\/strong> 1,171\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price: <\/strong>$615,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/peachtree-city-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See homes on Tomo.com\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/7-best-atlanta-suburbs-nearby-cities\/\">Peachtree City<\/a> sits approximately 30 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta and stands out as one of the safest neighborhoods in Atlanta with an impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/violent-crime-peachtree-city-ga\/\">A+ overall crime grade<\/a>. It ranks in the 93rd percentile for safety with an exceptionally low violent crime rate of 159 violent crimes per 100,000 residents during a standard year. This charming and picturesque city is renowned for its family-friendly vibes with tree-lined streets, numerous parks, and a unique ecosystem of golf carts and trails. Peachtree City is also home to several top-rated public schools, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcboe.org\/mhs\">McIntosh High School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcboe.org\/smhs\">Starr&#8217;s Mill High School<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcboe.org\/jcbms\">Booth Middle Schoo<\/a>l; and a dedicated golfing community with an impressive array of courses like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.invitedclubs.com\/clubs\/the-clubs-of-peachtree-city-and-newnan\/clubhouses\/braelinn\">Braelinn Golf Club<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.invitedclubs.com\/clubs\/the-clubs-of-peachtree-city-and-newnan\/clubhouses\/flat-creek\">Flat Creek Country Club<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.invitedclubs.com\/clubs\/planterra-club\">Planterra Ridge Golf Club<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/peachtree-city-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Peachtree City<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"johnscreek\">Best Place for Professionals: Johns Creek<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/johns-creek-georgia-suburb-atlanta-safe.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1140\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/johns-creek-georgia-suburb-atlanta-safe.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/johns-creek-georgia-suburb-atlanta-safe-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/johns-creek-georgia-suburb-atlanta-safe-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Best For<\/strong>: Professionals, affluent families, empty nesters<strong><br><\/strong><strong>Good Vibes<\/strong>: Affluent community, top-rated schools<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes: <\/strong>Pricey for first-time home buyers, limited public transportation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*: <\/strong>138\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime Rate*: <\/strong>1,521\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price:&nbsp; <\/strong>$665,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/johns-creek-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See homes on Tomo.com\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/7-best-atlanta-suburbs-nearby-cities\/\">Johns Creek<\/a> is located roughly 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta and stands out as one of the best places to live in Atlanta. It boasts an impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/safest-places-in-johns-creek-ga\/\">A+ overall crime grade<\/a> and ranks in the 94th percentile for safety, making it one of the safest cities in the United States. It has a low crime rate of 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents during a standard year. Johns Creek is a thriving city with a family-friendly atmosphere, beautifully maintained properties, diverse demographics, and numerous parks and recreational areas. Johns Creek is also home to several top-rated public schools, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fultonschools.org\/johnscreekhs\">Johns Creek High School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fultonschools.org\/chattahoocheehs\">Chattahoochee High School<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fultonschools.org\/northviewhs\">Northview High School<\/a>, offering excellent school options for families seeking a safe environment for their children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/johns-creek-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Johns Creek<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"brookhaven\">Best Place for Families: Brookhaven<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/brookhaven-atlanta-georgia-safe-suburb-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1142\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/brookhaven-atlanta-georgia-safe-suburb-jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/brookhaven-atlanta-georgia-safe-suburb-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/brookhaven-atlanta-georgia-safe-suburb-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Great For:<\/strong> Families, professionals, dog lovers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good Vibes:<\/strong> Diverse community, ample parks and recreation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes:<\/strong> Limited nightlife, increased development and construction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*: <\/strong>203\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime Rate*: <\/strong>1,931\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price: <\/strong>$785,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/brookhaven-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See homes on Tomo.com\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Brookhaven is located approximately 10 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta and is also regarded for its favorable safety ratings. Brookhaven has a lower crime rate than the average U.S. city with a <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/safest-places-in-30319\/\">B+ overall crime grade<\/a>, and ranks in the 75th percentile for safety. The rate of violent crime in Brookhaven stands at 203 incidents per 100,000 residents during a standard year. Despite minor fluctuations in crime rates across neighborhoods, Brookhaven upholds its reputation as a safe, diverse, and welcoming community. Some of its standout features include the highly-regarded <a href=\"https:\/\/montgomeryes.dekalb.k12.ga.us\/\">Montgomery Elementary School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chambleehs.dekalb.k12.ga.us\/\">Chamblee Charter High School<\/a>; as well as beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookhavenga.gov\/parksrec\/page\/blackburn-park\">Blackburn Park<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookhavenga.gov\/parksrec\/page\/murphey-candler-park\">Murphey Candler Park<\/a> with ample green spaces and recreational activities for residents to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/brookhaven-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Brookhaven<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"buckhead\">Best Place for High Flyers: Buckhead<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buckhead-atlanta-georgia-safe.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1143\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buckhead-atlanta-georgia-safe.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buckhead-atlanta-georgia-safe-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/buckhead-atlanta-georgia-safe-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b0adab5a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Great For<\/strong>: Families, high-flyers, professionals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good Vibes<\/strong>: Chic, classy, upscale shopping and dining<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes:<\/strong> Expensive, and some noisy pockets with nightlife<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>130\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime Rate*: <\/strong>1,500\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price:<\/strong> $890,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/buckhead-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See homes on Tomo.com\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, what about <a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/7-best-neighborhoods-in-atlanta\/\">Buckhead<\/a>? Both Atlanta residents and visitors often ask: is Buckhead Atlanta safe? Situated about 8 miles north of downtown Atlanta, Buckhead has an impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/safest-places-in-buckhead-ga\/\">A- overall crime grade<\/a> and ranks in the 81st percentile for safety. With a relatively low violent crime rate of 130 incidents per 100,000 residents during a standard year, Buckhead provides a secure and upscale living environment. Buckhead is also home to some of the best schools in Atlanta including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantapublicschools.us\/sarahsmith\">Sarah Smith Elementary School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantapublicschools.us\/jackson\">Jackson Elementary School<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aischool.org\/\">Atlanta International School<\/a>. For shoppers, Buckhead hosts the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckheadvillagedistrict.com\/\">Buckhead Village<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simon.com\/mall\/phipps-plaza\">Phipps Plaza<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simon.com\/mall\/lenox-square\">Lenox Square Mall<\/a>; and for nature lovers, neighboring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chastainparkconservancy.org\/\">Chastain Park<\/a> offers a picturesque oasis with walking trails, an amphitheater, and a golf course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/buckhead-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Buckhead<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"midtown\">Best Place for Young Professionals: Midtown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69dba56c0ed63&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69dba56c0ed63\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"1144\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/midtown-atlanta-georiga-safe-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1144\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/midtown-atlanta-georiga-safe-jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/midtown-atlanta-georiga-safe-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/midtown-atlanta-georiga-safe-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Great For<\/strong>: Singles, trendsetters, young professionals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good Vibes<\/strong>: Cultural hub, walkable and close to Piedmont Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes: <\/strong>Can get trafficky, especially near Peachtree Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*:<\/strong> 698\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime Rate*:<\/strong> 8,929\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price:<\/strong> $440,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/midtown-atlanta-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Is <a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/7-best-neighborhoods-in-atlanta\/\">Midtown <\/a>Atlanta safe? Located within the heart of the city, Midtown demonstrates a concerning level of safety with an overall and violent <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/violent-crime-midtown-atlanta-atlanta-ga\/\">crime rating of F<\/a>, placing it in the 6th percentile for safety. The rate of violent crime in Midtown is notably high at 698 incidents per 100,000 residents, surpassing national averages. At the city&#8217;s core, however, Midtown is home to a vibrant arts scene, diverse dining, and lively nightlife. Proximity to iconic attractions, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxtheatre.org\/\">Fox Theatre<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/high.org\/\">High Museum of Art<\/a>, make it a cultural hub, while <a href=\"https:\/\/piedmontpark.org\/home\/\">Piedmont Park<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/beltline.org\/places-to-go\/eastside-trail\/\">BeltLine Eastside Trail<\/a> offer outdoor escapes in the heart of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/midtown-atlanta-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Midtown<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"downtown\">Best Place for City Living: Downtown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/downtown-atlanta-georgia-safe-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1145\" style=\"border-radius:16px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/downtown-atlanta-georgia-safe-jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/downtown-atlanta-georgia-safe-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/downtown-atlanta-georgia-safe-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c1cd3b84 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:16px;background-color:#ffe4d9;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p><strong>Great For:<\/strong> City living enthusiasts, professionals, college students<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good Vibes:<\/strong> Convenient public transport, attractions and entertainment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not-So-Good Vibes:<\/strong> Limited green spaces, trafficky, limited supermarkets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Violent Crime Rate*<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>952\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Property Crime Rate*:<\/strong> 13,000\/100k residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Average Listing Price:<\/strong> $302,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/atlanta-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See homes on Tomo.com\">See homes on Tomo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Is Downtown Atlanta safe? Similar to Midtown, Downtown Atlanta scores an overall <a href=\"https:\/\/crimegrade.org\/violent-crime-downtown-atlanta-ga\/\">crime grade of F<\/a> and ranks in the 2nd percentile for safety \u2014 placing it among the least safest neighborhoods in the U.S. Downtown Atlanta has a rate of 952 violent crimes per 100,000 residents during a typical year, significantly higher than the national average. Despite some folks regarding Downtown as one of the Atlanta neighborhoods to avoid, Downtown offers a range of housing options from historic lofts and apartments to modern high-rise condominiums, catering to various lifestyles. Downtown Atlanta is also known for its attractions like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiaaquarium.org\/\">Georgia Aquarium<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldofcoca-cola.com\/\">World of Coca-Cola<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gwcca.org\/centennial-olympic-park\">Centennial Olympic Park<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mercedesbenzstadium.com\/\">Mercedes-Benz Stadium<\/a>, making it a bustling hub for both residents and visitors alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/atlanta-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See homes in Downtown<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Suburb<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Violent Crime Rate per 100k Residents<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Property Crime Rate per 100k Residents<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#peachtree\" title=\"Peachtree City\">Peachtree City<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">159<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1,171<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#johnscreek\" title=\"Johns Creek\">Johns Creek<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">138<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1,521<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#brookhaven\" title=\"Brookhaven\">Brookhaven<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">203<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1,931<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#buckhead\" title=\"Buckhead\">Buckhead<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">130<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#midtown\" title=\"Midtown\">Midtown<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">698<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8,929<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#downtown\" title=\"Downtown\">Downtown<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">952<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">13,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">Sources<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crime Data: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crimegrade.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.crimegrade.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s Next<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For those of you looking to buy a home in one of these neighborhoods, <a href=\"http:\/\/Tomo.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tomo.com \">Tomo.com <\/a>provides free access to the most up to date real estate listings. You also can connect with a free home search advisor to get your journey started &#8211; by phone or text.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next Guide: <a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/7-best-neighborhoods-in-atlanta\/\" title=\"7 Best Neighborhoods in Atlanta\">7 Best Neighborhoods in Atlanta<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-left:0;margin-right:0;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-37d193832ea2e3792111d5c18c9d858f wp-block-post-author has-text-color has-contrast-color has-background has-tertiary-background-color has-large-font-size\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author__avatar\"><img alt='' src='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/696a9d36159ef261b164aee3f8795a4718a27e4d0907097dc9e75fc1e4d76750?s=96&#038;d=blank&#038;r=g' srcset='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/696a9d36159ef261b164aee3f8795a4718a27e4d0907097dc9e75fc1e4d76750?s=192&#038;d=blank&#038;r=g 2x' class='avatar avatar-96 photo' height='96' width='96' \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-post-author__content\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo.com\/blog\/author\/susiechow\/\" target=\"_self\">Susie Chow<\/a><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__bio\">Susie Chow is Tomo&#8217;s lead writer based in Atlanta, Georgia. With extensive research and sharp local insights, we present the facts to help you find the best neighborhoods, schools, and homes for your next Atlanta chapter. \r\n\r\nSusie is also a contributing writer for Eater Atlanta, and has written for global brands, Shangri-La Hotels &amp; Resorts, Airbnb, Uber, and many more.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>And Some Atlanta Neighborhoods to Avoid Susie Chow, Tomo\u2019s Lead Writer &amp; Atlanta resident, combines exclusive on the ground local insights with real estate expertise and economic data from Greg Schwartz, Tomo CEO &amp; former Zillow President; Emanuel Santa-Donato, Head of Capital Markets &amp; Interest Rate Forecaster; and Joel Monge, Head of Digital Production. 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