Is Windsor Forest safe?
Auburn, Alabama · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Windsor Forest as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Windsor Forest
“Go. Windsor Forest is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood characterized by low crime and well-maintained properties. Visitors will find a secure and quiet residential atmosphere at any hour of the day.”
About the area
Windsor Forest is a mature, tree-canopied residential subdivision located in northern Auburn, Alabama. It consists primarily of well-kept single-family homes on generous lots, offering a tranquil environment just a short drive from Auburn University.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet & Residential
- Tree-Lined / Suburban
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Windsor Forest
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or shared bike hubs in the subdivision, but low vehicle traffic makes the neighborhood streets accessible for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and severe property crime compared to national averages.
- Strong homeownership rates and stable, well-maintained residential properties.
- Quiet streets with low vehicle speeds and minimal through-traffic.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no commercial or retail services within walking distance.
- Inconsistent sidewalk coverage across several interior residential roads.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle entry typical of quiet suburbs.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Windsor Forest, as the area consists entirely of single-family residences away from transit hubs and commercial strips.
What Windsor Forest is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with residents walking dogs and light neighborhood traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe throughout the afternoon with standard residential rhythms.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and subdued, remaining very safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with minimal activity; very safe though street lighting is limited.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit does not serve this interior residential neighborhood; Auburn University's Tiger Transit operates routes further south and east, while Lee-Russell Public Transit offers limited on-demand rural transit.
Parking is effortless with spacious private driveways and ample, free on-street curb parking throughout the neighborhood without permits or meters.
Things to do in Windsor Forest
- Take a quiet morning jog or stroll along the mature tree-lined residential streets.
- Visit nearby Kiesel Park to walk the expansive nature trails and see the historic Nunis House.
- Drive a few minutes south to explore the Donald E. Davis Arboretum on the Auburn University campus.
Local favorites
- Bow & Arrow · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1280)Acclaimed Texas-style barbecue and Southern comfort sides crafted by chef David Bancroft.
- Lucy's · Modern American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1450)Chic neighborhood eatery serving locally sourced seasonal fare, craft cocktails, and brunch.
- The Hound · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Rustic-chic gastropub serving bacon-centric Southern dishes, bourbon, and craft beers.
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.