Is Woodbridge safe?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Woodbridge as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Woodbridge
“Go. Woodbridge is a calm, established residential enclave in southwestern Winston-Salem that presents minimal safety concerns for visitors. Standard suburban precautions against vehicle break-ins are sufficient.”
About the area
Woodbridge is a quiet, tree-filled neighborhood characterized by single-family ranch homes, cul-de-sacs, and mature landscaping. It offers a laid-back residential atmosphere within a short drive of the Hanes Mall boulevard retail corridor and downtown Winston-Salem.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Woodbridge
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 28/100
The area lacks dedicated bike lanes, but low vehicular speeds on local streets accommodate casual riding; direct connection to the Salem Creek Greenway requires a short drive.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates well below the Winston-Salem city average
- Stable owner-occupied housing stock with well-maintained properties
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets suitable for day-to-day walks
- Convenient driving access to Silas Creek Parkway and medical centers
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Car-dependent with virtually no neighborhood commercial retail within walking distance
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential loops
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Woodbridge, with services and encampments primarily located closer to downtown Winston-Salem.
What Woodbridge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors walking dogs and commuters heading out.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with very light local traffic and high safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dark as residents wind down; pedestrian activity decreases naturally.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity; safe overall, though normal precautions against car prowling apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) operates bus routes along major corridors like Silas Creek Parkway and Ebert Road, but service within interior residential streets is very limited.
Driveway parking is universal, and on-street curb parking is free, abundant, and unmetered throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Woodbridge
- Take a quiet walk or jog along the winding, tree-canopied residential lanes
- Visit nearby Bolton Park for tennis courts, ball fields, and green space
- Explore the nearby Salem Lake Trail or Miller Park just a short drive away
Local favorites
- Burke Street Pizza (Robinhood / nearby delivery hub) · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (480)Popular local favorite serving authentic New York-style slices and whole pies.
- Mama Zoe Michael's · Diner · 4.4★ (1850)Family-run staple offering hearty Southern breakfasts, comfort foods, and Greek specialties.
- Cagney's Kitchen · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1220)Casual, enduring diner known for large portions of classic American breakfast and lunch.
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.