Is Moberly safe?
Richmond, Kentucky · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Moberly as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Moberly
“Go. Moberly is a quiet, rural-residential community northeast of Richmond that presents virtually no violent crime risk to visitors. Standard rural driving and general situational awareness are all that are required.”
About the area
Moberly is a peaceful, sparsely populated community in Madison County characterized by rolling Bluegrass farmland, single-family homes, and open country roads. It offers a scenic, laid-back atmosphere while sitting just minutes away from the commercial amenities and campus of Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond proper.
- Rural / Agricultural
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
- Spacious Lots
Walking and biking in Moberly
Walk score: 7/100 · Bike score: 15/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes, multi-use paths, or bike-share stations in Moberly, meaning cyclists must share narrow shoulders with higher-speed country traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages
- High rate of homeownership creating a stable, close-knit rural neighborhood environment
- Scenic rolling countryside with minimal congestion and low noise levels
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no sidewalks, bike lanes, or pedestrian amenities
- Sparse street lighting along narrow two-lane country roads at night
- Very limited commercial options within immediate walking distance, requiring a drive into town for basic goods
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in Moberly, with social services and shelter facilities located in downtown Richmond.
What Moberly is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and safe, with light local commuter traffic along the area's two-lane roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very peaceful and safe, offering clear visibility and quiet country surroundings.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and low-key with minimal activity, though drivers should watch for deer along unlit roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and isolated with virtually no foot traffic, though personal safety concerns are minimal.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is not directly available in Moberly; Richmond Transit Service (RTS) operates fixed-route and paratransit buses primarily within the urban core and EKU campus area several miles south.
Parking is abundant and free, consisting of private driveways and dedicated off-street lots at local establishments.
Things to do in Moberly
- Take a scenic country drive along the rural corridors connecting Richmond to the Kentucky River basin
- Visit the nearby White Hall State Historic Site to tour the historic 19th-century estate of Cassius Marcellus Clay
- Explore the local farm stands and markets scattered throughout northern Madison County
Local favorites
- Madison County Country Store · Deli & Bakery · 4.8★ (420)A popular country market offering made-to-order sandwiches, baked goods, and bulk specialty foods.
- Apollo's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (850)A regional favorite known for hearty craft pizzas, garlic cheese bread, and local draft beers.
- Dreaming Creek Brewery · Brewery · 4.8★ (380)A community taproom located a short drive south featuring locally brewed Kentucky craft beers.
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.
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