Is Cottesmore safe?
Greensboro, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Cottesmore as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Cottesmore
“Go. Cottesmore is a very safe, peaceful residential community in Northwest Greensboro with negligible violent crime. While it lacks commercial tourist attractions within the subdivision itself, it serves as a secure, tranquil base near key Northwest Greensboro parks and retail centers.”
About the area
Cottesmore is a suburban residential neighborhood in Northwest Greensboro characterized by well-kept single-family homes and quiet streets. It is primarily home to families and working professionals who commute throughout the Piedmont Triad. Visitors typically stay here with relatives or use the area for convenient lodging near Guilford College and local recreational trails.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Well-Maintained
Walking and biking in Cottesmore
Walk score: 16/100 · Bike score: 28/100
While the neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, it offers low-traffic streets that link easily to nearby thoroughfares heading toward the Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to city and national averages
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Close proximity to outdoor recreation at Bur-Mil Park and Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
- Above-average household income and strong socio-economic stability
Cons
- Strictly residential with no walkable dining, shopping, or nightlife
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal public transit connectivity
- Occasional crimes of opportunity such as nighttime theft from unlocked vehicles
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Cottesmore, with support services and shelter facilities situated closer to downtown Greensboro.
What Cottesmore is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with early morning joggers and neighbors walking dogs along residential roadways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with low vehicular traffic, safe for walking and outdoor recreation.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm atmosphere as residents return from work; neighborhood streets remain quiet and safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with dark, quiet streets; exceptionally safe, though basic awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Greensboro Transit Agency (GTA) operates bus services in the region, but fixed routes do not enter the Cottesmore subdivision directly; the nearest stops require a long walk to major arterials like Battleground Avenue.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free on-street parking on residential roads.
Things to do in Cottesmore
- Jog or walk dogs through the quiet, low-traffic residential loops and cul-de-sacs.
- Explore the historic Revolutionary War trails at nearby Guilford Courthouse National Military Park.
- Access hiking, fishing, and golf facilities at nearby Bur-Mil Park.
Local favorites
- Giacomo's Italian Market · Italian Deli & Market · 4.7★ (1150)Neighborhood favorite offering authentic Italian sandwiches, cured meats, fresh cheeses, and specialty groceries.
- Maxie B's Bakery & Dessert Cafe · Bakery · 4.7★ (3280)Beloved local dessert cafe known across the Triad for handcrafted multi-layer cakes and seasonal pies.
- Village Tavern · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1820)Casual upscale tavern serving classic American entrees, steaks, and craft cocktails with patio seating.
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.