Is East North Hills 2 safe?
Raleigh, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East North Hills 2 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East North Hills 2
“Go. East North Hills is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and established residential pocket of Midtown Raleigh. Visitors will find leafy, quiet streets with minimal crime and quick access to major commercial hubs.”
About the area
East North Hills is a mature, tree-canopied suburban neighborhood sitting just east of Raleigh's bustling Midtown North Hills district. Characterized by well-kept mid-century ranch homes, modern renovations, and family-friendly cul-de-sacs, it offers a peaceful residential atmosphere close to dining and shopping.
- Quiet / Suburban
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East North Hills 2
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
While internal streets have low traffic, dedicated bike lanes are limited; cyclists can connect south to the Crabtree Creek Greenway for paved, off-street regional riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are substantially lower than both Raleigh city and national averages.
- Strong socioeconomic profile with high median household incomes and stable homeownership rates.
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets with mature tree canopies and manicured yards.
- Immediate access to premier dining, shopping, and healthcare amenities around the North Hills corridor.
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure outside the main commercial perimeter.
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of affluent suburbs.
- Heavy arterial traffic during peak hours along nearby thoroughfares like Six Forks and Millbrook Roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in this interior residential neighborhood, with minimal activity only occasionally observed around distant commercial intersections.
What East North Hills 2 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, filled with dog walkers, joggers, and school-commute traffic on collector streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the residential lanes with steady local vehicular movement.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and residential; streets are dark but feel secure for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity with virtually no foot traffic, remaining exceptionally tranquil and safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
GoRaleigh provides local bus service along peripheral corridors like Six Forks Road (Route 8) and Millbrook Road, but coverage within the interior neighborhood streets is minimal.
Parking is very easy and free; residential streets have ample curb space, and nearby commercial centers offer large surface lots and complimentary parking garages.
Things to do in East North Hills 2
- Explore the nearby North Hills Midtown center for open-air shopping, cinema, and dining.
- Take a tranquil walk or jog through the residential streets beneath tall pine and hardwood canopies.
- Access the nearby Ironwood and Crabtree Creek greenways for long-distance recreation.
Local favorites
- Coquette Brasserie · French Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Chic Parisian-style bistro serving classic French fare, wine, and pastries nearby in North Hills.
- Sola Coffee Cafe · Coffee Shop & Cafe · 4.7★ (1650)Beloved local gathering spot known for specialty coffee, hot mini-donuts, and artisanal toasts.
- Midtown Grille · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (680)Refined neighborhood eatery offering modern Southern comfort dishes and craft cocktails.
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.