Is North Six Forks 3 safe?
Raleigh, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Six Forks 3 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Six Forks 3
“Go. North Six Forks is an established, peaceful suburban district in North Raleigh characterized by very low violent crime and strong community stability. Visitors can comfortably explore retail plazas, parks, and residential pockets with basic everyday awareness.”
About the area
North Six Forks is a mature suburban corridor defined by quiet residential subdivisions, tall pines, and convenient neighborhood shopping centers. Situated along Six Forks Road with straightforward access to I-540, it is a favored residential area for families and commuting professionals.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Six Forks 3
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no municipal bike-share hubs in the district, though cyclists can link up with Raleigh's Capital Area Greenway network via the nearby Honeycutt Creek and Mine Creek trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both state and national benchmarks.
- High median household incomes and stable, well-maintained single-family homeownership.
- Convenient access to essential shopping, healthcare facilities, and arterial roadways.
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins in commercial parking lots.
- Car-dependent street layout with long crossing distances along Six Forks Road.
- Substantial vehicular congestion during morning and evening rush hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in this neighborhood, with only occasional panhandling at major commercial intersections along Six Forks Road. There are no shelters or encampments in the immediate area.
What North Six Forks 3 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, exercising, and heading out on standard work commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Steady daytime activity centered around grocery plazas and school zones with very safe surroundings.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and family-oriented, with patrons dining out at neighborhood strip centers and low crime levels.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very calm with little to no pedestrian activity; residential roads remain dark but notably secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
GoRaleigh provides public bus service along the corridor primarily via Route 8 (Six Forks), connecting commuters directly to downtown Raleigh. There is no passenger rail service in this suburban area.
Parking is abundant and universally free in large surface lots across retail plazas, and residential side streets offer easy curbside parking without meters.
Things to do in North Six Forks 3
- Enjoy the walking paths, tennis courts, and playground at Honeycutt Park.
- Browse local boutiques and dining at the Celebration at Six Forks shopping center.
- Connect to the scenic Mine Creek Greenway Trail for a peaceful wooded walk or run.
Local favorites
- Winston's Grille · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Longstanding neighborhood staple serving classic American entrees, prime rib, and cocktails.
- Sassool · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.7★ (1950)Casual family-owned spot featuring fresh Lebanese and Mediterranean platters, dips, and baked goods.
- Chow · American / Pizzeria · 4.4★ (1150)Laid-back neighborhood eatery known for specialty burgers, wood-fired pizzas, and craft drafts.
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.