Is Stony Hill safe?
Wake Forest, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stony Hill as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Stony Hill
“Go. Stony Hill is a tranquil, scenic, and exceptionally safe semi-rural community on the outskirts of Wake Forest. Visitors will find virtually zero street-level safety concerns, though you will need a personal vehicle to get around.”
About the area
Stony Hill is a quiet, leafy residential and agricultural pocket situated between Wake Forest and Falls Lake. It offers rolling acreage, spacious single-family subdivisions, and easy access to lake recreation while maintaining a peaceful countryside atmosphere.
- Quiet / Residential
- Semi-Rural
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stony Hill
Walk score: 8/100 · Bike score: 19/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and local roads lack dedicated bike lanes. However, mountain biking and multi-use trails are accessible nearby around Falls Lake.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime compared to national averages
- Affluent demographic profile with high homeownership rates exceeding 85% and low poverty
- Close proximity to outdoor recreation at Falls Lake State Recreation Area
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure on primary roads
- Sparse immediate commercial amenities requiring a short drive for groceries or dining
- Narrow rural road shoulders can present hazards for roadside walking or cycling
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Stony Hill, with no encampments or panhandling in the area.
What Stony Hill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with light residential commuting traffic along Stony Hill Road and NC-98.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet, characterized by occasional local traffic and residential property upkeep.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very low activity and quiet, offering safe surroundings for relaxing at home or lakeside spots.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black with minimal artificial lighting, exceptionally quiet with virtually no safety concerns beyond wildlife crossing roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is not available in Stony Hill. GoWake Access provides limited demand-response options, and GoTriangle operates regional commuter routes (such as Route WFX) out of park-and-ride lots in downtown Wake Forest, roughly a 10-to-15-minute drive away.
Parking is completely hassle-free, with abundant free private driveways, residential parking, and ample open surface lots at all nearby businesses and parks.
Things to do in Stony Hill
- Explore nature trails and water access points at nearby Falls Lake State Recreation Area
- Experience seasonal family activities, train rides, and farm animals at Hill Ridge Farms
- Take a short drive into Historic Downtown Wake Forest for local shopping and dining
Local favorites
- Hill Ridge Farms · Agritourism Park · 4.6★ (1950)A popular family destination offering hayrides, farm animal visits, seasonal festivals, and a country store.
- Over The Falls · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1720)A beloved nearby casual eatery serving hearty sandwiches, craft pizzas, and pub classics.
- Sugar Magnolia Cafe & Emporium · Cafe & Tea Room · 4.7★ (560)A charming spot located in nearby historic Wake Forest offering light bites, specialty teas, and gifts.
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.