Is East Kildaire Farms safe?
Cary, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East Kildaire Farms as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Kildaire Farms
“Go. East Kildaire Farms is an exceptionally safe, prosperous, and well-maintained suburban area in Cary with minimal crime. Visitors can freely explore the local parks, shopping centers, and greenways without any safety concerns.”
About the area
East Kildaire Farms is a scenic, master-planned suburban community in Cary characterized by mature trees, serene greenway trails, and convenient neighborhood shopping plazas. It offers an easygoing, family-oriented atmosphere with well-kept single-family homes and quiet residential cul-de-sacs.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Kildaire Farms
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 58/100
The area provides direct access to the Town of Cary's extensive greenway network, including the Swift Creek and Hinshaw Greenways, though there is no municipal bike-share system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Cary consistently ranks among the lowest-crime municipalities in the United States for violent and property crime.
- Strong economic profile with low poverty, high median household incomes well exceeding $100,000, and exceptionally high educational attainment.
- Well-maintained infrastructure featuring pristine greenway trails and parks.
- Stable housing market with high rates of owner-occupancy and negligible vacancy.
Cons
- Car-dependent layout outside of dedicated trail corridors, with heavy traffic along Kildaire Farm Road and Cary Parkway.
- Limited late-night commercial activity and dining options within immediate walking distance.
- Occasional opportunistic property theft from unlocked vehicles in driveway areas.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in East Kildaire Farms, with virtually no encampments or panhandling in the neighborhood.
What East Kildaire Farms is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with morning joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters along suburban streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with light traffic in residential areas and easy patron flow in shopping plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and pleasant as residents return home and families walk along the greenways before sunset.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-activity and dark in strictly residential areas, though very safe from crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
GoCary provides bus transit through local routes like Route 5 along Kildaire Farm Road, while regional Amtrak rail access is located a short drive north at the Cary Train Depot.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area in dedicated shopping plaza lots and residential driveways.
Things to do in East Kildaire Farms
- Stroll or jog along the scenic Swift Creek Greenway connecting into local Cary trail networks.
- Play pickleball, tennis, or let kids enjoy the playground at nearby Annie L. Jones Park.
- Explore local dining and boutique shopping around the Kildaire Farm Road commercial nodes.
Local favorites
- Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (1650)Upscale, farm-to-table Southern classic dishes served in an inviting, contemporary setting.
- Ashworth Drugs · Pharmacy & Soda Fountain · 4.7★ (820)Historic nearby spot famous for traditional soda fountain drinks, hot dogs, and nostalgic charm.
- Great Harvest Bread Co. · Bakery · 4.7★ (380)Community bakery offering fresh-milled whole grain breads, pastries, and lunch sandwiches.
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.