Life in Belle Meade, Tennessee.
Belle Meade, Tennessee, is Nashville's most storied residential enclave, a quiet, garden-like community of grand estates and tree-lined boulevards just west of the city center. The neighborhood was developed on the grounds of the historic Belle Meade Plantation, now a beloved historic site and winery, and its strict zoning has preserved the character of its stately Georgian and Tudor homes for generations. Belle Meade Boulevard, shaded by mature trees, leads toward the stone gates of Percy Warner Park, giving residents acres of green space right at their doorstep. Life here is private, unhurried, and refined, yet Green Hills shopping, Cheekwood, and downtown Nashville are all just minutes away. Belle Meade, TN, offers the rare combination of estate living and urban convenience, making it a true landmark address in Middle Tennessee.
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Belle Meade at a Glance
A data-rich snapshot of Belle Meade, Tennessee: who lives here, how the community scores for walkability, where locals go out, and the schools that serve the area.
Overview for Belle Meade, TN
2,708 people live in Belle Meade, where the median age is 43.1 and the average individual income is $140,409. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024) via Census Reporter; accessed October 2026.
2,708
Total Population
43.1 years
Median Age
Moderate
Population Density
882 people per square mile
$140,409
Average Individual Income
Around Belle Meade, TN
There's plenty to do around Belle Meade, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Source: Walk Score; accessed October 2026. No city-level Transit Score is published for Belle Meade.
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
Points of Interest
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, Sperry's, and The Harding House.
Source: Yelp business listings; accessed October 2026. Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the heart of Belle Meade.
| Name | Category | Distance | Reviews | Ratings by Yelp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery 5025 Harding Pike | Nightlife | 1.1 miles | n/a | n/a |
| Sperry's Restaurant 5109 Harding Pike | Restaurants | 0.8 miles | 333 reviews | 4.4/5 |
| The Harding House 5025 Harding Pike | Restaurants | 1.1 miles | 57 reviews | 4.5/5 |
| Le Peep 5133 Harding Pike B6 | Restaurants | 1.2 miles | 76 reviews | 4.1/5 |
| Sam's Place 6051 TN-100 | Restaurants | 2.0 miles | 70 reviews | 4.2/5 |
| Bruegger's Bagels 5311 Harding Pike | Restaurants | 1.0 miles | 22 reviews | 4.1/5 |
| Coco's West Italian Restaurant 5406 Harding Pike | Restaurants | 0.7 miles | 24 reviews | 3.6/5 |
| Bonnie's Bourbon & Wine Bar 110 Leake Ave Bldg 1 | Nightlife | 1.3 miles | n/a | n/a |
Demographics and Employment Data for Belle Meade, TN
2,708 people call Belle Meade home. The population density is 882 and the median age is 43.1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024) via Census Reporter; accessed October 2026.
2,708
Total Population
Moderate
Population Density
882 people per square mile
43.1 years
Median Age
51 / 49%
Men vs Women
Population by Age Group
- Under 15 Years 21.5%
- 15-24 Years 13.9%
Broader age bands are the closest published figures for Belle Meade from Census-based data; accessed October 2026.
Education Level
- High School Degree 11.1%
- Some College 9.2%
- Associate Degree 0.5%
- Bachelor Degree 38.1%
- Graduate Degree 40.8%
Share of residents 25 and older, U.S. Census Bureau ACS data as published by Point2Homes; accessed October 2026.
Schools in Belle Meade, TN
The following schools are within or nearby Belle Meade. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family.
Source: GreatSchools, Niche, and Metro Nashville Public Schools; accessed October 2026. Ratings converted from 10-point and letter scales to a 5-star scale.
| Name | Address | Type | Grades | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Green Elementary | 3500 Hobbs Rd, Nashville, TN 37215 | Public | K - 5th | 5/5 |
| H.G. Hill Middle School | 150 Davidson Rd, Nashville, TN 37205 | Public | 6th - 8th | 3/5 |
| Hillwood High School | 400 Davidson Rd, Nashville, TN 37205 | Public | 9th - 12th | 1/5 |
| Harpeth Hall School | 3801 Hobbs Rd, Nashville, TN 37215 | Private | 5th - 12th | 5/5 |
| Montgomery Bell Academy | 4001 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205 | Private | 7th - 12th | 5/5 |
| The Ensworth School | 211 Ensworth Pl, Nashville, TN 37205 | Private | K - 12th | 5/5 |