Is Sedgefield Lakes safe?
Jamestown, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Sedgefield Lakes as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Sedgefield Lakes
“Go. Sedgefield Lakes is a tranquil, established suburban neighborhood with exceptionally low violent crime rates and well-maintained properties. Visitors will find a peaceful residential setting, though personal vehicle transportation is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Sedgefield Lakes is a quiet residential enclave located near Jamestown and southwestern Greensboro, characterized by mature trees, mid-century to modern single-family homes, and small private community lakes. It is primarily a commuter and family neighborhood offering easy access to the historic downtown of Jamestown and the Wyndham Championship host site at nearby Sedgefield.
- Quiet & Residential
- Suburban / Leafy
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Sedgefield Lakes
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share programs in the immediate neighborhood, but road cycling is common on low-speed subdivision streets, and the Bicentennial Greenway is accessible a short drive away in Jamestown.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent and severe property crime compared to state and national averages
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained single-family properties with pride of ownership
- Stable upper-middle-income demographics with low neighborhood poverty and vacancy rates
- Peaceful, leafy residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no commercial amenities within direct walking distance
- Suburban street layouts lack comprehensive sidewalk infrastructure and dedicated pedestrian lighting
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of suburban residential areas
- No direct public transit service within the immediate residential subdivisions
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Sedgefield Lakes. Encampments and panhandling are practically nonexistent within this purely residential subdivision.
What Sedgefield Lakes is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with active neighbors jogging, walking dogs, or commuting along tree-lined residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure, with light local residential traffic and routine delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for neighborhood walks, though reflective gear is helpful due to limited streetlights.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with negligible street activity; crime risks remain minimal beyond locking parked vehicles.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit does not directly enter the neighborhood; the nearest transit is High Point Transit System (HPTS) and GTA routes operating along major corridors several miles away, making a personal vehicle necessary.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with spacious private driveways and ample unrestricted on-street parking along residential streets.
Things to do in Sedgefield Lakes
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, paddle boats, and miniature golf at nearby High Point City Lake Park
- Stroll the historic Main Street corridor in downtown Jamestown for local dining and boutique shopping
- Catch professional golf during the PGA Tour's Wyndham Championship at the neighboring Sedgefield Country Club
Local favorites
- Black Powder Smokehouse · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (1150)Popular local smokehouse serving traditional North Carolina-style wood-smoked meats and classic southern sides.
- Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1280)Lively neighborhood oyster bar featuring steamed shellfish, fresh catch specials, and an open grill counter.
- Potent Potables · Beer & Wine Bar · 4.8★ (310)Cozy craft beverage shop and taproom offering a curated selection of beers, wines, and community events.
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.