Is South Feltonville safe?
Apex, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Feltonville as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Feltonville
“Go. South Feltonville is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban community in southern Apex with minimal crime and a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere. Visitors face virtually no safety hazards day or night, though a personal vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
South Feltonville is a developing residential area in southern Apex, North Carolina, known for peaceful subdivisions, preserved green spaces, and high living standards. It offers a tranquil retreat while remaining well-connected to the broader Triangle region via NC-55 and US-1.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Peaceful
Walking and biking in South Feltonville
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are few dedicated bike lanes on major arterial corridors like NC-55, but the area is a short ride from sections of the Apex Greenway network and regional trail access points.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of violent and property crime compared to national averages
- Affluent economic profile with high household incomes and high homeownership rates
- Well-maintained modern housing developments, clean streets, and safe cul-de-sacs
Cons
- High car dependency with minimal walkable retail or dining within the residential pockets
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited street lighting on older two-lane rural-connectors entering the area
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in South Feltonville, with no established encampments or panhandling observed in the immediate vicinity.
What South Feltonville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters moving safely through the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light local traffic and families active around community amenity centers.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and secure, with well-lit suburban subdivisions ideal for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and very dark on semi-rural connector roads, but violent crime is virtually nonexistent.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this neighborhood; the local GoApex Route 1 circulates further north in town and GoTriangle regional buses require driving to park-and-ride facilities.
Parking is abundant, simple, and free across residential driveways, curb space, and nearby commercial shopping plazas with no paid meters or parking decks.
Things to do in South Feltonville
- Explore the trails, sports courts, and modern facilities at nearby Pleasant Park
- Spend an afternoon browsing historic boutiques and dining in Downtown Apex
- Take a short drive to Jordan Lake State Recreation Area for boating, hiking, and picnicking
Local favorites
- The Provincial · Farm-to-Table Restaurant · 4.7★ (460)Popular local eatery serving fresh, seasonally inspired American dishes and craft beverages.
- Rudy's Pub & Grill · American Pub · 4.4★ (920)Laid-back neighborhood sports bar and grill offering burgers, wings, and craft beers on tap.
- Salem Street Pub · Gastropub · 4.5★ (1250)Cozy, family-friendly pub in historic Apex famous for gourmet burgers and moonshine cocktails.
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.