Is Forest Hills (Taylor Mill) safe?
Taylor Mill, Kentucky · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Forest Hills (Taylor Mill) as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Forest Hills (Taylor Mill)
“Go. Forest Hills in Taylor Mill is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood characterized by exceptionally low crime rates and a strong sense of community. Visitors will find a secure, family-friendly environment with minimal safety concerns at any hour, though a personal vehicle is necessary to get around.”
About the area
Forest Hills is a quiet, leafy residential enclave located within the city of Taylor Mill in Kenton County, Northern Kentucky. Just minutes south of Covington and downtown Cincinnati, the area features well-maintained single-family homes, wooded lots, and convenient access to the AA Highway (KY-9).
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Forest Hills (Taylor Mill)
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes in the neighborhood and local hills can be steep, with no bike-share hubs nearby.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates well below both Kentucky and national benchmarks
- High homeownership rate and stable household incomes well above regional averages
- Tranquil, well-lit residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Highly car-dependent with almost zero commercial amenities within walking distance
- Hilly terrain and narrow residential streets with sparse sidewalk coverage
- Limited local entertainment options, requiring travel to neighboring Covington or Cincinnati
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in this strictly residential neighborhood, with support services situated further north in Covington and urban Cincinnati.
What Forest Hills (Taylor Mill) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with residents walking dogs and low residential traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with occasional neighborhood strolls and service vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with virtually no foot traffic and excellent safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with almost no street activity; exceptionally safe against violent crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) provides limited bus service along primary arterials like KY-16/Taylor Mill Road via Route 33, but internal neighborhood streets lack direct fixed-route public transit.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space on private driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Forest Hills (Taylor Mill)
- Explore the walking trails, amphitheater, and disc golf course at nearby Pride Park
- Enjoy casual recreation and open green space along the Banklick Creek corridor
- Take a short drive north to explore the historic architecture and culinary scene of Covington's MainStrasse Village
Local favorites
- Knotty Pine on the Bayou · Cajun & Creole Restaurant · 4.6★ (1280)A regional favorite serving classic Louisiana boils, steaks, and seafood overlooking the water.
- Skyline Chili (Taylor Mill) · Fast Casual Restaurant · 4.4★ (890)A clean, neighborhood staple serving classic Cincinnati-style cheese coneys and ways.
- Hitching Post One Stop · Country Store & Deli · 4.7★ (410)A long-standing local pit stop famous for its fresh-made deli sandwiches, fried chicken, and pantry goods.
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.