Is The Enclave at Glenn Landing safe?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates The Enclave at Glenn Landing as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on The Enclave at Glenn Landing
“Go with care. While The Enclave at Glenn Landing offers quiet, standard residential living within its immediate subdivision, the broader surrounding East Winston sector experiences higher-than-average rates of property theft and sporadic violent incidents. Daytime visits are straightforward and calm, but nighttime caution and basic situational awareness are advised.”
East Winston-Salem and nearby arterials like New Walkertown Road have seen periodic police operations targeting firearm-related offenses and vehicular speeding.
About the area
The Enclave at Glenn Landing is a suburban-style residential development located in northeast Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Primarily composed of modern single-family houses and rental townhomes, the area is distinctly car-oriented with minimal commercial activity directly inside the subdivision. Visitors typically come to visit residents or access nearby regional parks and recreational facilities.
- Suburban Enclave
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
- Quiet Streets
Walking and biking in The Enclave at Glenn Landing
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, and major arterials like Old Walkertown Road are not bike-friendly, though recreational trails exist nearby at Winston Lake Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Well-maintained modern housing stock with dedicated private driveways and yards
- Close proximity to Winston Lake Park and public golf facilities
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets within the subdivision itself
- Convenient driving access to US-52 and Business I-40 / Salem Parkway
Cons
- Surrounding 27105 zip code has above-average property and violent crime rates compared to state benchmarks
- Lacks walkable dining, retail, and entertainment options
- Subdivision is heavily dependent on personal vehicles for daily errands
- Underlying neighborhood experiences higher economic distress and lower median incomes than Forsyth County averages
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the interior subdivision, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or panhandling can be observed near commercial plazas on New Walkertown Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
What The Enclave at Glenn Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet as residents commute out for work, making it safe for morning strolls or dog walking.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with occasional delivery vehicles and light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets remain largely subdued, though ambient caution is advised along main exterior feeder roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; visitors should park in well-lit private driveways and avoid walking along unlit perimeter corridors.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by the Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA), with nearby bus routes along Glenn Avenue and Old Walkertown Road connecting to the Clark Campbell Transportation Center downtown. There is no passenger rail or BRT system in Winston-Salem.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood via private driveways, dedicated subdivision stalls, and unrestricted residential street parking.
Things to do in The Enclave at Glenn Landing
- Walk, jog, or fish around scenic Winston Lake Park just south of the neighborhood
- Play 18 holes at the historic Winston Lake Golf Course
- Visit the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds and Farmers Market located a short drive west
Local favorites
- Taqueria El Tacorriendo · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (195)Popular local spot serving authentic street tacos, quesadillas, and tortas on Old Walkertown Road.
- Mr. Lu's Chinese Restaurant · Chinese Takeout · 4.1★ (220)Longstanding neighborhood counter-service restaurant known for generous combination platters and classic Chinese favorites.
- Winston Lake Golf Course Clubhouse · Golf & Clubhouse Dining · 4.2★ (160)Historic public golf facility offering casual clubhouse fare and scenic course views.
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.