Sherwood, Sherwood AR — neighborhood review

Sherwood, AR

Sherwood · Pulaski County · AR 72120

Updated July 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$200K

Median Price

17/100

Walk Score

7.1/10

Schools

25 min

to Little Rock Downtown

Score Breakdown

AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
71/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
17/100
WYLT Score63/100

Our Take

Sherwood offers decent median incomes, affordable homes, and solid schools, but it’s a car‑centric suburb with limited walkability and public transport. It’s a solid choice for commuters and families who don’t need nightlife or biking options.

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The Good

  • Affordable housing compared to city core
  • Good median income relative to cost of living
  • Strong public school ratings
  • Low flood risk
  • Reasonable commute to Little Rock (~25‑30 minutes)

Real Talk

  • !You’ll need a car; no decent walk or transit options
  • !Nightlife and dining are limited, especially after dark
  • !Crime levels are moderate; check local reports for specifics
  • !Parking and traffic can be problematic near downtown
  • !School quality varies; pick neighborhoods carefully
  • $Higher car insurance and maintenance costs
  • $Fuel expenses for commuting to Little Rock
  • $Higher property taxes compared to some neighboring towns

Best For

FamiliesCommutersFirst‑time home buyersBudget‑conscious renters

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Sherwood, AR

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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