Best Neighborhoods for Biking in Raleigh, NC

A Bike Score rating of 39 indicates Raleigh, NC is somewhat bikeable. Bike infrastructure in the city is minimal, but expanding with nearly 28 miles of bike lanes. Some neighborhoods are convenient for getting around on two wheels. The most bikeable neighborhoods in Raleigh are Oakwood and College Park.

College Park

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

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College Park has a Bike Score of 85, making it the second most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. This neighborhood has some bike infrastructure, few hills and is just a short ride from Downtown. Many errands can be run on your bicycle without any difficulty.

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Oakwood

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Oakwood has a Bike Score of 84, making it the most bikeable neighborhood in the city. There is some bike infrastructure and few hills making biking convenient for most trips. This historic community is on the National Register of Historic Places with a number of Victorian-style homes that have been or are being renovated.

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Sunset Hills

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Sunset Hills has a Bike Score of 45 and is the third most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. This is mostly a residential neighborhood with minimal bike infrastructure and some hills. Residents can ride to North Carolina State University in 20 minutes or less.

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King Charles

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

King Charles has a Bike Score of 44, making it the fourth most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. The area has minimal bike infrastructure and some hills. Downtown is within a 20 minute bike ride and some errands can be run on a bike.

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North Hills

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

North Hills is somewhat bikeable with a Bike Score of 43 and is the fifth most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. Residents and visitors enjoy the charm and convenient location of this neighborhood. As indicated in the name, the area does have hills which may be challenging for some riders.

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Briarcliff

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

With a Bike Score of 43, Briarcliff is the sixth most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. Residents enjoy this well-maintained neighborhood that is close to shopping. Cycle to nearby North Hills to run errands or go out to eat.

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Bedford at Falls River

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Bedford at Falls River has a Bike Score of 40 and is the seventh most bikeable neighborhood in the city. This planned community is known for having pocket parks, green spaces, recreational activities, and some shopping.

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Hedingham

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Hedingham is somewhat bikeable with a Bike Score of 40. Hedingham is the eighth most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. While there is minimal bike infrastructure in this residential neighborhood, the Neuse River Greenway Trail along the Neuse River provides access to many other neighborhoods in Raleigh.

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Coventry

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Coventry has a Bike Score of 38 and is the ninth most bikeable neighborhood in Raleigh. This is a welcoming, family-friendly neighborhood that is somewhat bikeable. You can run some errands on your bike.

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Stonehenge East

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

Stonehenge East has a Bike Score of 31, putting it in the top 10 most bikeable areas of the Raleigh. Primarily residential, this community has very limited bike infrastructure. You might be able to run some errands on your bike, but most will require another mode of transportation.

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