Is Caleast safe?
Richmond, Kentucky · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Caleast as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Caleast
“Go. Caleast is a quiet, low-density residential neighborhood in Richmond that offers a safe and tranquil environment for visitors. Violent crime is rare, though having a vehicle is essential to get around.”
About the area
Caleast is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood located in Richmond, Kentucky, featuring single-family homes and quiet residential streets. It provides a peaceful suburban atmosphere while sitting only a short drive away from Eastern Kentucky University and downtown attractions.
- Suburban Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Residential
Walking and biking in Caleast
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no bike-share program and dedicated bike lanes are absent on local roads; cycling connects to the wider trail network primarily near the Lake Reba recreation area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates relative to national and state averages.
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets characterized by single-family homes.
- Convenient driving access to US-25, Interstate 75, and Richmond amenities.
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car entry.
- Very low walkability with almost no commercial businesses located inside the neighborhood borders.
- Limited street lighting along some rural-residential connector roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Caleast, as social support services and encampments are situated closer to downtown Richmond.
What Caleast is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as residents head out on their daily commutes with minimal street activity.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with occasional neighbors walking dogs or doing yard work.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal through traffic and very low safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent; safe from personal crime, though limited sidewalk illumination requires situational awareness if walking.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit in the city is provided by Richmond Transit Service (RTS), though fixed-route bus service does not directly penetrate Caleast, making personal vehicles necessary.
Ample free residential parking is available in private driveways and along neighborhood curbs, with no metered zones or parking garages.
Things to do in Caleast
- Spend an afternoon outdoors at nearby Lake Reba Recreation Complex featuring walking trails, fishing, and a golf course.
- Take a short drive to explore the boutique shops and historic architecture around Downtown Richmond.
- Visit Eastern Kentucky University's campus and catch a show at the EKU Center for the Arts.
Local favorites
- Apollo Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Popular local favorite serving specialty craft pies, regional beers, and pub appetizers in a relaxed setting.
- Purdy's Coffee Co. · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (860)Welcoming community cafe offering artisanal espresso drinks, fresh pastries, and light breakfast options.
- Madison Garden Bar & Grill · Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (1150)Longstanding Richmond staple known for its chicken wings, casual American eats, and lively atmosphere.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.
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