Is Charlton Farms safe?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Charlton Farms as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Charlton Farms
“Go. Charlton Farms is a peaceful, well-maintained residential neighborhood with minimal violent crime. Visitors will find safe, tree-canopied streets, though having a vehicle is essential for accessing dining, shopping, and nearby attractions.”
About the area
Charlton Farms is an established suburban community in western Winston-Salem characterized by mature trees, single-family homes, and manicured yards. It offers a tranquil, family-oriented environment situated just minutes away from major commercial corridors like Jonestown Road and Country Club Road.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Charlton Farms
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program or dedicated bike lanes within Charlton Farms, though low vehicle speeds make residential side streets manageable for casual cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates compared to Winston-Salem city averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family properties
- Close driving proximity to shopping centers, medical facilities, and restaurants
Cons
- Strictly residential layout with no walkable retail or dining within the neighborhood
- Lacks continuous sidewalks and dedicated pedestrian crossings on secondary roads
- Virtually no direct public transit service within the interior streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within this residential neighborhood, though occasional individuals may be encountered near commercial plazas along major outer thoroughfares.
What Charlton Farms is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with residents walking dogs and low commuter traffic on residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, featuring light residential movement and occasional delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and welcoming, with residents returning home and safe conditions for walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and dark with minimal activity, remaining generally secure and peaceful.
Transit, parking and getting around
Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) operates bus routes along surrounding corridors like Country Club and Jonestown roads, but lines do not enter interior neighborhood streets.
Parking is abundant and free, with private driveways and unrestricted on-street parking along residential streets.
Things to do in Charlton Farms
- Enjoy a morning walk or jog through quiet, low-traffic residential loops and cul-de-sacs.
- Visit nearby Bolton Park for outdoor tennis, swimming, and open green fields.
- Browse local shops and bakeries along the adjacent Country Club Road and Jonestown Road corridors.
Local favorites
- Little Richard's Barbecue · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1450)Renowned local staple serving authentic hickory-smoked Lexington-style pork, ribs, and homestyle sides.
- Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (780)Longstanding neighborhood venue offering classic baked pastas, specialty pizzas, and hearty entrees.
- Midtown Cafe & Dessertery · Cafe & Bakery · 4.6★ (2100)Popular gathering spot serving all-day breakfast dishes, sandwiches, and a wide selection of cakes.
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.