Is Quaker Run safe?
Greensboro, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Quaker Run as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Quaker Run
“Go. Quaker Run is a peaceful, well-maintained residential neighborhood near the Guilford College area in west Greensboro. It offers a safe and quiet environment for visitors, with low violent crime rates and easy access to shopping and green spaces.”
About the area
Quaker Run is an established suburban pocket characterized by mature trees, single-family homes, and townhome communities. Situated just north of West Friendly Avenue, it provides convenient access to local retail centers, higher education campuses, and regional parks while maintaining a calm neighborhood vibe.
- Suburban / Leafy
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Quaker Run
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within Quaker Run, but cyclists can connect to the Bicentennial Greenway and Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway via nearby arterial connectors with caution.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Greensboro citywide averages.
- Well-kept residential properties with high homeownership rates and stable occupancy.
- Proximity to the historic Guilford College campus and nearby commercial amenities along Friendly Avenue.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along residential streets.
- Lacks extensive internal sidewalks, requiring pedestrians to walk along street shoulders in some sections.
- Limited public transit connectivity, making a personal vehicle practically essential.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Quaker Run, with unhoused populations and support services concentrated further east toward downtown Greensboro.
What Quaker Run is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with neighborhood residents walking dogs and joggers using local streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with standard light local traffic heading to and from nearby thoroughfares.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, though street lighting varies across side streets so carrying a light is recommended.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with minimal foot traffic, generally remaining very safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
Greensboro Transit Agency (GTA) operates buses along the major peripheral corridors such as West Friendly Avenue (Route 7), but service inside Quaker Run itself is minimal, and the city lacks rail transit.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways, dedicated community lots, and free, unrestricted residential street parking.
Things to do in Quaker Run
- Stroll through the wooded trails and historic grounds of nearby Guilford College.
- Explore the extensive trail network and recreational facilities at the Greensboro Arboretum and Lindley Park nearby.
- Shop and dine at the outdoor Friendly Center retail district located a short drive to the east.
Local favorites
- Guilford College Art Gallery · Art Gallery · 4.6★ (45)A collegiate gallery showcasing diverse rotating exhibits, modern art, and permanent cultural collections.
- Elizabeth's Pizza & Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Long-running neighborhood staple serving classic NY-style pizza, hearty pasta dishes, and subs.
- Green Valley Grill · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Upscale dining nearby featuring Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, wood-fired specialties, and an expansive wine list.
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.