Is Forest Oaks safe?
Greensboro, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Forest Oaks as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Forest Oaks
“Go. Forest Oaks is a peaceful, golf-centric suburban community in southeast Greensboro that provides a very safe and quiet environment for visitors. Violent crime is rare, and property crime is well below urban averages. While visitors will need a car for virtually everything, safety concerns here are minimal.”
About the area
Forest Oaks is an established, picturesque suburban enclave centered around the historic Forest Oaks Country Club, which formerly hosted the PGA Tour's Greater Greensboro Open. The neighborhood features expansive yards, mature trees, and a tranquil residential vibe. It is primarily residential, making it ideal for golf enthusiasts or visitors seeking a quiet stay.
- Suburban
- Golf Community
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Forest Oaks
Walk score: 11/100 · Bike score: 21/100
There is no bike-share program and no dedicated bike lanes, but the wide, low-speed neighborhood streets are popular with recreational road cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to broader Greensboro
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained single-family properties
- Tranquil, family-friendly setting surrounding a championship golf course
Cons
- Entirely car-dependent with virtually no walkability to retail or dining
- Limited street lighting on residential roads makes night navigation difficult
- Distance from central Greensboro hospitals and emergency medical facilities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Forest Oaks, as support services and shelters are located in central Greensboro.
What Forest Oaks is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp and peaceful with golfers heading out and residents walking dogs along quiet subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm and secure, with light local vehicle traffic and maintenance activity around the golf course.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with virtually no foot traffic and minimal safety risks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark due to limited streetlights, but remains completely safe from street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit does not serve this area; Greensboro Transit Authority (GTA) bus routes terminate well to the north, and there is no passenger rail access.
Parking is free and effortless, with expansive private driveways and large free surface lots at local businesses and the country club.
Things to do in Forest Oaks
- Play a round of 18 holes at the historic Forest Oaks Country Club
- Explore the walking and biking trails at nearby Hagan-Stone Park
- Take scenic drives or neighborhood walks along the leafy fairways and quiet lanes
Local favorites
- Forest Oaks Country Club · Golf Course & Country Club · 4.2★ (195)Historic golf facility featuring an 18-hole championship course, tennis courts, and casual dining.
- Castillo's Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (310)Neighborhood Italian eatery offering New York style hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, and subs.
- The Roadhouse · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (240)Casual nearby spot serving classic Southern comfort foods, burgers, and cold drinks.
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.