Is Park Terrace safe?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Park Terrace as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Park Terrace
“Go with care. Park Terrace is an unassuming, predominantly residential and light-commercial neighborhood in south Winston-Salem that sees typical suburban property crime and occasional auto break-ins. Daytime visits for local errands or dining along the perimeter are generally uneventful, but visitors should stay alert after dark and keep vehicles locked.”
About the area
Park Terrace is an established, mid-century neighborhood situated just south of the downtown core and Washington Park in Winston-Salem. It consists of modest single-family ranch homes, small apartment complexes, and strip retail along bordering arterials like Peters Creek Parkway.
- Suburban / Modest
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
- Commercial Corridor
Walking and biking in Park Terrace
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 38/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, though the Salem Creek Greenway is accessible a short ride north near Washington Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established residential pocket with relatively stable long-term residents
- Convenient access to downtown Winston-Salem, Silas Creek Parkway, and Peters Creek Parkway
- Generally quiet residential streets removed from heavy nightlife traffic
Cons
- Elevated rates of opportunistic property crime including vehicular theft and burglary
- Pockets of lower household income and higher rental turnover along the arterial edges
- Dimly lit residential side streets with patchy sidewalk coverage
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the interior residential blocks, though occasional panhandling or unhoused individuals can be seen near major intersections and transit stops along Peters Creek Parkway.
What Park Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet as residents commute to work, feeling generally safe for morning dog walks along residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active along commercial arteries with steady traffic; residential pockets remain calm and low-risk.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Commercial plazas see dinner traffic while interior residential streets quiet down quickly, warranting basic situational awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets become deserted with limited lighting; walking alone is not advised due to periodic property crimes.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by the Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA), with routes serving Peters Creek Parkway and Silas Creek Parkway connecting directly to the Clark Campbell Transportation Center downtown.
Parking is easy and free, with ample surface parking lots at strip centers and straightforward, unrestricted street parking in the residential areas.
Things to do in Park Terrace
- Explore the nearby walking paths and playgrounds at Washington Park
- Browse local Latin markets and strip-mall eateries along Peters Creek Parkway
- Take a short drive to the historic district of Old Salem just north of the neighborhood
Local favorites
- Monte Del Rey · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (850)Long-running neighborhood spot serving generous portions of classic Mexican fare and margaritas.
- Waldo's Wings · Chicken Wings Restaurant · 4.4★ (460)Casual local counter-serve favorite offering a wide variety of flavored chicken wings and sides.
- Mi Pueblo Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (2700)Vibrant regional staple known for sizzling fajitas, fresh guacamole, and family-friendly dining.
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.