Is Peaceford Meadow safe?
High Point, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Peaceford Meadow as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Peaceford Meadow
“Go. Peaceford Meadow is a quiet, well-maintained suburban neighborhood in north High Point that is very safe for visitors and residents alike. Crime levels here are substantially lower than the citywide average, with risks largely limited to occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle larcenies. Basic situational awareness is sufficient for anyone visiting the area.”
About the area
Peaceford Meadow is an established residential community in northeast High Point characterized by modern single-family homes, manicured lawns, and quiet cul-de-sacs. Situated close to major regional thoroughfares like NC-68 and Skeet Club Road, it offers peaceful suburban living with convenient access to shopping and dining in the Piedmont Triad.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Residential
Walking and biking in Peaceford Meadow
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 25/100
There is no local bike-share program, and while neighborhood streets are calm enough for casual cycling, dedicated bike lanes and greenway connectors are absent on surrounding high-speed arterials.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent crime compared to broader High Point and Greensboro averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Solid household incomes with low area poverty and negligible housing vacancy
- Close proximity to the retail and dining hubs along Skeet Club Road and Wendover Avenue
Cons
- Car-dependent location with zero walkable commercial amenities inside the subdivision
- Occasional reports of vehicle break-ins typical of suburban residential corridors
- Limited public transportation connectivity requiring personal vehicle access
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Peaceford Meadow, as supportive social services and shelters are located in central High Point and downtown Greensboro.
What Peaceford Meadow is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and children heading to school amidst light local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet residential atmosphere with very little foot traffic and ample neighborhood visibility.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and safe for evening strolls with good residential street lighting and low vehicle volume.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with minimal activity; safety remains high but standard suburban awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
High Point Transit System (HPTS) provides local bus service, but routes do not directly penetrate the Peaceford Meadow subdivision, making public transit impractical without driving to nearby arterial stops.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways, garages, and free curbside street parking readily available throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Peaceford Meadow
- Take a stroll or jog along the quiet, low-traffic neighborhood residential loops
- Enjoy outdoor sports and playground facilities at nearby Oak Hollow Festival Park
- Catch a movie and explore dining options at the nearby Palladium Shopping Center complex
Local favorites
- Giannos of High Point · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Popular local spot serving wood-fired pizza, pasta, and traditional Italian entrees in an upscale casual setting.
- PorterHouse Burger Company · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (840)Casual neighborhood eatery renowned for fresh gourmet burgers, hand-cut fries, and milkshakes.
- Blue Zucchini & Co. · Cafe & Bistro · 4.7★ (320)Charming local cafe offering creative sandwiches, fresh salads, and baked goods in a friendly atmosphere.
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.