Is Lexington Manor safe?
Lexington, Kentucky · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Lexington Manor as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Lexington Manor
“Go with care. Lexington Manor is an unassuming, peaceful residential area with low violent crime rates and minimal tourist foot traffic. Visitors should practice routine precautions against property theft and car break-ins, especially around major road connectors.”
About the area
Lexington Manor is an established, modest residential neighborhood situated in eastern Lexington near key transit and commercial arteries. The area is dominated by mid-century ranch-style single-family houses, quiet residential loops, and proximity to major shopping centers along Richmond Road.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Established Neighborhood
- Suburban Feel
Walking and biking in Lexington Manor
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no dedicated protected bike lanes within the neighborhood streets, but the Brighton East Rail Trail is accessible a short ride to the east.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates throughout the interior residential streets
- Moderate household stability with a solid core of long-term homeowners
- Quick vehicular access to extensive retail, dining, and grocery corridors along Richmond Road
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of suburban corridors
- Inconsistent sidewalk coverage on some interior residential blocks
- High car dependency for daily errands and dining
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the neighborhood's residential streets, though occasional panhandling occurs at major arterial intersections nearby along Richmond Road.
What Lexington Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very quiet and safe, with light neighborhood traffic, dog walkers, and routine commuter movement.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and peaceful across residential streets with pleasant suburban activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Generally safe and settled, though some streets have limited lighting and require basic awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are deserted and secure, though unattended vehicles should be locked to prevent opportunistic theft.
Transit, parking and getting around
Lextran serves the area primarily via Route 11 along Richmond Road, connecting directly to the Transit Center in downtown Lexington. Lexington does not have a passenger rail or BRT system.
Street parking on residential roads is abundant, unrestricted, and free of charge. Adjacent commercial plazas offer ample free surface parking.
Things to do in Lexington Manor
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, fishing, and disc golf at nearby Jacobson Park
- Go ice skating or play year-round mini golf at the nearby Lexington Ice Center
- Sample diverse international dining along the adjacent Richmond Road corridor
Local favorites
- Gumbo Ya Ya · Cajun Restaurant · 4.7★ (1150)Laid-back counter-serve joint dishing out hearty portions of authentic gumbo, jambalaya, and étouffée.
- La Taquiza Taqueria · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)Authentic Mexican spot famed for its handmade corn tortillas, flavorful street tacos, and salsa bar.
- The Ketch Seafood Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)Longtime casual dining staple serving fried seafood platters, oysters, and regional fish dishes.
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.