Is Hume Road safe?
Lexington, Kentucky · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hume Road as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Hume Road
“Go. Hume Road and its surrounding rural-industrial corridor in northeastern Fayette County offer a quiet, low-crime environment. There is virtually no street-level crime risk for visitors, though you will need a car to get around.”
About the area
Hume Road sits on the northeastern edge of Lexington, transitioning from light industrial and commercial zones near Winchester Road into expansive Bluegrass farmland and horse country. It is a predominantly rural and spacious area characterized by low population density, quiet country roads, and minimal pedestrian traffic.
- Rural / Farmland
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
- Spacious
Walking and biking in Hume Road
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or multi-use trails directly on Hume Road, though experienced rural road cyclists often use connecting country roads for long rides.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to central Lexington
- Spacious, low-density rural setting with minimal congestion
- High rates of vehicle ownership and stable property occupancy
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure
- Narrow country roads with limited street lighting after dark
- Few commercial amenities, retail shops, or dining options within immediate walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are not present in this rural and industrial corridor; social support services are located miles away in urban Lexington.
What Hume Road is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with light commuter and farm-related traffic along rural roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and tranquil with clear visibility, though narrow lanes require road caution.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very calm as commercial and agricultural activity winds down for the day.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black with minimal artificial lighting, safe from violent crime but requiring attentive driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit through Lextran does not reliably serve Hume Road, terminating routes further inbound along Winchester Road (Route 6). A personal vehicle or rideshare is essential.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, available on private driveways, farm pull-offs, and wide business lots with zero meter enforcement.
Things to do in Hume Road
- Take a scenic Bluegrass driving tour along the rolling horse farm corridors of rural Fayette County
- Visit nearby historic country estates and equine training facilities
- Explore the nearby Kentucky Horse Park a short drive to the northwest
Local favorites
- Rooster's - Lexington · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1850)A casual regional staple known for chicken wings, burgers, and a lively sports bar atmosphere.
- Mi Pequeña Hacienda · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1620)Popular local dining spot serving traditional Mexican dishes and margaritas nearby on Winchester Road.
- Hall's on the River · Southern Restaurant · 4.3★ (2100)Historic riverside destination nearby known for classic Kentucky hot browns and river views.
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.