Is Stoney Knob safe?
Asheville, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stoney Knob as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Stoney Knob
“Go. Stoney Knob is a quiet, semi-rural and suburban enclave located north of Asheville toward Weaverville that offers a safe and peaceful environment. Violent crime is rare, and risks to visitors are largely limited to vehicular traffic on regional roadways and isolated property issues.”
About the area
Stoney Knob sits along the corridor between Woodfin and Weaverville north of central Asheville, characterized by rolling hills, residential subdivisions, and neighborhood retail along the main highway. It provides convenient access to the Blue Ridge foothills and nearby Weaverville downtown while avoiding urban density.
- Suburban / Semi-Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
- Mountain Foothills
Walking and biking in Stoney Knob
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There is no direct bike-share system in this area, and the hilly, narrow roads lack dedicated bike lanes, making cycling suitable only for experienced road cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to urban Asheville
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family residential properties
- Peaceful suburban and foothill setting with quick access to northern Buncombe County amenities
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure or sidewalks
- High-speed traffic along the US-19/23 (Future I-26) corridor creates pedestrian hazards
- Limited active nighttime commercial activity or walk-in destinations
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Stoney Knob, as services and encampments are concentrated miles to the south in central Asheville.
What Stoney Knob is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet, with residential commuters heading out and minimal foot traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and safe, though vehicle traffic picks up along the commercial corridor.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential, with most activity centered around local dining establishments.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil, with virtually no street foot traffic and low risk of street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Asheville Rides Transit (ART) does not offer regular fixed-route service deep into Stoney Knob; transit is generally limited to regional on-demand Mountain Mobility vans or ART Route N connectors further south in Woodfin.
Parking is abundant and universally free across spacious private surface lots at commercial plazas and residential driveways.
Things to do in Stoney Knob
- Shop for locally sourced produce and artisan goods at nearby farm stands and markets
- Explore scenic mountain drives heading toward the Blue Ridge Parkway and Weaverville
- Sample local North Carolina craft beer and tavern fare along the north corridor
Local favorites
- Stoney Knob Cafe · Eclectic Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)A long-running, whimsical local favorite serving eclectic American, Greek, and global comfort food.
- Wag! A Unique Pet Boutique · Pet Supply Store · 4.8★ (210)A well-regarded neighborhood shop offering premium pet foods, treats, and accessories nearby.
- Blue Mountain Pizza · Pizzeria & Brewpub · 4.6★ (1150)A popular nearby casual spot serving hand-tossed pizzas, craft brews, and homemade ice cream.
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.