Looby Heights Neighborhood, Nashville
Last updated: June 11, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night
Summary: Looby Heights, Nashville Crime Rate (2026)
Looby Heights in Nashville, TN has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 11, 2026.
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Is Looby Heights Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Looby Heights in Nashville, TN has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Nashville average (crime index 115), Looby Heights is 67% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.
Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 186, 86% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 109).
Looby Heights Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Nashville city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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170 | +70% | High | |
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Assault
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185 | +85% | High | |
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Robbery
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116 | +16% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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186 | +86% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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109 | +9% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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142 | +42% | Moderate | |
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Vehicle Theft
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182 | +82% | High | |
How Looby Heights Compares
Crime index by category: Looby Heights vs Nashville average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Looby Heights Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Looby Heights, Nashville?
Looby Heights in Nashville, TN has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average. Compared to the Nashville average, crime in Looby Heights is 67% higher.
Is Looby Heights a safe neighborhood in Nashville?
Looby Heights has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 186), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 109).
How does Looby Heights compare to the rest of Nashville?
Looby Heights's overall crime index is 182, compared to the Nashville average of 115. This means crime in Looby Heights is 67% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 164, and for property crime it is 144. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Looby Heights?
The most prevalent crime type in Looby Heights is Rape, with a crime index of 186 (86% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Looby Heights?
Nearby neighborhoods include Buena Vista, Osage, Historic Buena Vista, MetroCenter. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Looby Heights?
Looby Heights has a population of approximately 68. The median household income is $33,609. The median home value is $158,048. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Looby Heights crime compare to the national average?
Looby Heights's overall crime rate is 82% above the national average (index 182 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.
Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated June 2026.