Is North Claybourne 2 safe?
Cary, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Claybourne 2 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Claybourne 2
“Go. North Claybourne 2 is a quiet, exceptionally safe residential enclave in Cary with virtually no violent crime and very well-maintained surroundings. Visitors will find a peaceful suburban atmosphere with rapid access to shopping centers, dining, and greenway trails.”
About the area
North Claybourne 2 is an established suburban residential neighborhood in central-west Cary characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. It is predominantly residential with convenient driving access to nearby commercial corridors along High House Road and NW Maynard Road.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Claybourne 2
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 42/100
While dedicated bike lanes are limited on interior streets, the town features an extensive connected greenway system, with nearby connections to the Black Creek and Higgins Greenway trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the state and country.
- High homeownership rate and strong median household incomes exceeding $125,000.
- Well-maintained infrastructure, street lighting, and manicured yards throughout.
Cons
- Strictly residential interior with virtually no commercial amenities within direct walking distance.
- High dependence on personal vehicles for dining, errands, and regional transit.
- Limited street lighting along some interior cul-de-sacs.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this quiet residential area.
What North Claybourne 2 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban traffic along boundary thoroughfares.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with families outdoors and negligible safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and very dark on interior residential streets, but exceptionally safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
GoCary provides bus service along surrounding major arteries such as High House Road and Maynard Road via routes like Route 3 and Route 4, though service frequency is modest and driving remains the standard mode of transport.
Parking is completely free and easy with spacious private driveways and ample, unrestricted street parking available throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in North Claybourne 2
- Stroll or jog along the nearby Black Creek Greenway connecting to Bond Park.
- Visit the nearby Fred G. Bond Metro Park for paddle boating, walking trails, and open fields.
- Explore local shopping and dining options at the nearby Preston Corners and Maynard Crossing centers.
Local favorites
- La Farm Bakery · Bakery & Cafe · 4.6★ (3200)Renowned traditional French bakery offering artisan sourdoughs, pastries, and cafe fare.
- Tribeca Tavern · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1650)Polished local pub known for handcrafted burgers, steaks, and North Carolina craft beers.
- Annelore's German Bakery · German Bakery · 4.8★ (850)Authentic German pastries, pretzels, and cakes made from scratch using local ingredients.
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.