Is Sedgefield Twelve 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 Twelve as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Sedgefield Twelve
“Go. Sedgefield Twelve is a quiet, comfortable suburban neighborhood nestled between Jamestown and Greensboro with very low rates of violent crime. Visitors will find safe, serene residential streets, though having a personal vehicle is necessary for getting around.”
About the area
Sedgefield Twelve is an established residential enclave characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to the golf culture of greater Sedgefield. It offers a relaxed Piedmont suburban setting just minutes from the dining and heritage sites of downtown Jamestown.
- Quiet Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Sedgefield Twelve
Walk score: 21/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but recreational cyclists can easily access the nearby Bicentennial Greenway via short neighborhood rides.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates than metro Greensboro averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Convenient driving access to the Bicentennial Greenway and Piedmont Environmental Center
- Stable economic base with above-average household incomes in the surrounding area
Cons
- High car dependency with few amenities within walking distance
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure, including missing sidewalks along some connector roads
- Minimal public transportation coverage connecting directly to the neighborhood
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in this quiet suburban development, with social services and shelters located in central Greensboro and High Point.
What Sedgefield Twelve is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet, with minimal vehicular traffic and occasional neighbors out walking pets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and calm with light neighborhood traffic and delivery activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding-down with safe, low-stress conditions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with virtually no foot traffic; exceptionally safe, though side streets have sparse lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this pocket; the Greensboro Transit Agency (GTA) and High Point Transit System (HPTS) do not provide direct fixed-route bus service into this immediate neighborhood.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and free, unrestricted curb parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Sedgefield Twelve
- Hike the nature trails and visit the raptor center at the Piedmont Environmental Center
- Explore local heritage and historic brick architecture along Jamestown's Main Street
- Tee off or attend community events around the renowned Sedgefield Country Club area
Local favorites
- Black Powder Smokehouse · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (1250)Popular local spot serving wood-smoked North Carolina barbecue, brisket, and southern sides.
- Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Lively neighborhood oyster bar featuring steamed shellfish, grilled seafood, and casual drinks.
- Potent Potables · Beer & Wine Bar · 4.8★ (360)Cozy taproom and bottle shop offering an extensive craft beer and wine selection with outdoor seating.
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.