Is Hilltop safe?
High Point, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Hilltop as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Hilltop
“Go with care. Hilltop is a largely peaceful, older residential community in High Point that is safe for visitors during the day. While violent incidents are uncommon here compared to southern parts of the city, opportunistic property crimes and car-dependent infrastructure warrant routine situational awareness.”
High Point Police Department continues regular neighborhood patrols and community alerts aimed at curbing property crimes and car break-ins in residential areas across the city.
About the area
Hilltop is an established residential neighborhood in High Point featuring mid-century single-family homes, modest rental duplexes, and quiet side streets. It offers a low-key suburban feel with quick driving access to the commercial corridors along North Main Street and High Point University.
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Established / Tree-Lined
- Suburban Feel
Walking and biking in Hilltop
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no bike-share program in the neighborhood, and dedicated bike lanes are absent on neighborhood streets, though recreational biking is common along trails around nearby Oak Hollow Lake.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates than downtown and South High Point sectors
- Quiet residential setting with established single-family homes and mature greenery
- Close proximity to everyday retail, dining, and parks along major arterial roads
Cons
- Higher property crime and theft rates than national suburban averages
- Inconsistent sidewalk coverage and dim lighting on residential side streets
- Heavy reliance on private vehicles for basic errands and dining
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low within Hilltop's residential interior, though individuals experiencing homelessness are occasionally seen near major commercial strip centers and transit stops along arterial roads.
What Hilltop is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and pleasant as residents start their commutes, making it safe for casual jogging or dog walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are quiet with light local traffic and feel generally secure throughout the residential blocks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are subdued; foot traffic drops off quickly, and attention should be paid on dimly lit corridors.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are isolated with minimal activity, making solo walking inadvisable due to poor street lighting and sporadic theft risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transportation is operated by High Point Transit System (HPTS), with bus routes running along nearby arterials toward the Downtown Transfer Terminal, though headways are hourly and weekend service is limited.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free street parking along residential curbs and large, complimentary surface lots at nearby shopping centers.
Things to do in Hilltop
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and shoreline views at nearby Oak Hollow Festival Park
- Explore local history and historic buildings at the High Point Museum
- Browse local furniture outlets and antique shops along the North Main Street corridor
Local favorites
- Kepley's Barbecue · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1480)Long-running local institution serving traditional Lexington-style pit-cooked barbecue and hushpuppies.
- Blue Rock Pizza & Tap · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (990)Laid-back gathering spot offering creative specialty pizzas, wings, and an extensive regional craft beer menu.
- Sweet Old Bill's · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Popular local eatery serving hickory-smoked meats, gourmet sandwiches, and classic Southern sides.
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.