Is North Floyds Crossroads safe?
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Floyds Crossroads as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Floyds Crossroads
“Go. North Floyds Crossroads is a quiet, rural community in northern Horry County well inland from the coastal tourist corridor. It experiences very little violent crime and offers a peaceful, countryside atmosphere, though visitors will need a personal vehicle to navigate the area.”
About the area
North Floyds Crossroads is an unincorporated rural farming and residential area located northwest of Myrtle Beach near the Lumber River basin. The landscape consists of expansive agricultural fields, scattered single-family homes, and quiet country roads. It offers visitors a glimpse of pastoral South Carolina away from the crowded coastal resorts.
- Rural & Agricultural
- Quiet Countryside
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in North Floyds Crossroads
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no bike-share programs, dedicated bike lanes, or paved greenways in the immediate area; cycling is limited to open rural roads with narrow or unpaved shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and violent property crime rates compared to urban coastal Horry County
- High rates of single-family homeownership and stable residential occupancy
- Low-traffic, quiet rural environment free from tourist congestion
- Close proximity to outdoor recreation along the scenic Lumber and Little Pee Dee rivers
Cons
- Complete lack of urban amenities, requiring extended drives for healthcare and retail
- Higher rural poverty rate and lower median household income than coastal beach towns
- Dark, unlit country roads with limited pedestrian infrastructure
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in this rural area, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What North Floyds Crossroads is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and bright with farm equipment and local commuters moving along two-lane highways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and sunny with minimal vehicular traffic and negligible safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet as rural activities wind down, offering clear sunset views across open farmland.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black with virtually no street lighting; extremely safe from street crime but requires caution due to wildlife crossings on dark roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public transit service operating in North Floyds Crossroads. Coast RTA provides bus service in coastal Horry County, but routes do not extend into this rural northwest corner.
Parking is abundant, free, and straightforward, primarily consisting of private driveways and unmetered gravel or paved lots at local businesses.
Things to do in North Floyds Crossroads
- Kayak or fish along the scenic nearby reaches of the Little Pee Dee River
- Explore local backroads and agricultural landscapes by vehicle or scenic country drive
- Visit local roadside farm stands during the harvest season for fresh Carolina produce
Local favorites
- Ned's Sandwich Shop · American Diner · 4.6★ (320)A beloved nearby country staple serving classic breakfast plates, burgers, and sweet tea.
- Aynor Family Pharmacy & Soda Fountain · Pharmacy & Soda Fountain · 4.8★ (115)Old-fashioned local pharmacy offering milkshakes, ice cream, and Southern hospitality.
- The River Deck Store & Grill · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (210)Casual waterfront outpost offering river views, cold drinks, and classic Southern sandwiches.
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.