Cities / Fort Lauderdale
Is Fort Lauderdale, FL safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 48 Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods we score (average 76/100), 37 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 11 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
Safest neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale
- 1Las Olas Isles· Fort LauderdaleLas Olas Isles is an exclusive waterfront neighborhood situated along East Las Olas Boulevard between downtown Fort Lauderdale and the Atlantic…94Go
- 2Harbor Beach· Fort LauderdaleHarbor Beach is a prestigious waterfront enclave situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway just north of Port Everglades…94Go
- 3Coral Ridge Country Club Estate· Fort LauderdaleCoral Ridge Country Club Estates is an upscale, golf-and-waterfront neighborhood featuring luxurious mid-century and modern single-family estates…92Go
- 4East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate· Fort LauderdaleEast Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is a premier residential neighborhood characterized by waterfront estates, deep-water canals, and proximity to…91Go
- 5North Rio Vista· Fort LauderdaleNorth Rio Vista is an upscale historic neighborhood situated immediately south of the New River and just minutes from Downtown Fort Lauderdale…91Go
All Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 25 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- Las Olas Isles· Fort LauderdaleLas Olas Isles is an exclusive waterfront neighborhood situated along East Las Olas Boulevard between downtown Fort Lauderdale and the Atlantic…94Go
- Harbor Beach· Fort LauderdaleHarbor Beach is a prestigious waterfront enclave situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway just north of Port Everglades…94Go
- Coral Ridge Country Club Estate· Fort LauderdaleCoral Ridge Country Club Estates is an upscale, golf-and-waterfront neighborhood featuring luxurious mid-century and modern single-family estates…92Go
- East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate· Fort LauderdaleEast Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is a premier residential neighborhood characterized by waterfront estates, deep-water canals, and proximity to…91Go
- North Rio Vista· Fort LauderdaleNorth Rio Vista is an upscale historic neighborhood situated immediately south of the New River and just minutes from Downtown Fort Lauderdale…91Go
- Bermuda Riviera· Fort LauderdaleBermuda Riviera is an exclusive residential community in northeastern Fort Lauderdale known for its luxury waterfront homes, finger canals, and…91Go
- Rio Vista· Fort LauderdaleRio Vista is a historic, wealthy waterfront enclave situated directly south of the New River and Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Dominated by upscale…91Go
- South Landings· Fort LauderdaleSouth Landings is an upscale waterfront neighborhood defined by canal-front single-family homes, private yacht docks, and quiet streets. Located just…90Go
- Landings· Fort LauderdaleThe Landings is an upscale waterfront neighborhood in northeast Fort Lauderdale characterized by finger canals, private yacht docks, and manicured…90Go
- Colee Hammock· Fort LauderdaleSituated along the New River just east of downtown Fort Lauderdale, Colee Hammock is an affluent historic enclave renowned for its towering banyan…90Go
- East Bermuda Riviera· Fort LauderdaleEast Bermuda Riviera is an upscale waterfront neighborhood in northeast Fort Lauderdale characterized by luxury single-family homes, private boat…89Go
- Galt Ocean Mile· Fort LauderdaleGalt Ocean Mile is a high-density coastal strip along State Road A1A in northeast Fort Lauderdale, characterized by towering luxury condominiums…88Go
- Coral Ridge Isles· Fort LauderdaleCoral Ridge Isles is a quiet, canal-lined neighborhood in northeastern Fort Lauderdale characterized by single-family mid-century homes and private…87Go
- Victoria Park· Fort LauderdaleVictoria Park is an affluent, historic neighborhood nestled between downtown Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas Boulevard, and the Intracoastal Waterway. It…87Go
- Coral Ridge· Fort LauderdaleCoral Ridge is a premier waterfront and golf community in northeast Fort Lauderdale characterized by luxury homes, deep-water canals, and manicured…87Go
- Northeast Imperial Point· Fort LauderdaleNortheast Imperial Point is a well-maintained, established residential enclave characterized by mid-century single-family ranch homes, lush tropical…86Go
- North Coral Ridge· Fort LauderdaleNorth Coral Ridge is a prestigious waterfront enclave in northeast Fort Lauderdale, nestled between North Federal Highway and the Intracoastal…86Go
- Imperial Point· Fort LauderdaleLocated in northeast Fort Lauderdale, Imperial Point is a picturesque residential neighborhood centered around lush foliage, sidewalks, and…85Go
- Central Beach Alliance South· Fort LauderdaleOccupying the barrier island south of Las Olas Boulevard, this vibrant coastal neighborhood features luxury oceanfront resorts, mega-yacht marinas…82Go
- Lauderdale Isles· Fort LauderdaleLauderdale Isles is a tranquil, boater-centric residential enclave in Fort Lauderdale defined by deep-water canals and single-family homes. It offers…82Go
- Palm Aire Village West· Fort LauderdalePalm Aire Village West is a calm suburban enclave characterized by single-family homes, neat lawns, and canal waterways bordering Pompano Beach. It…82Go
- Central Beach Alliance· Fort LauderdaleCentral Beach Alliance encompasses Fort Lauderdale's iconic beachfront corridor lined with high-end resorts, palm trees, and oceanfront dining. It…82Go
- Poinsettia Heights· Fort LauderdaleLocated just north of Downtown Fort Lauderdale and south of Wilton Manors, Poinsettia Heights is a peaceful enclave of classic Florida bungalows…81Go
- West Victoria Park· Fort LauderdaleWest Victoria Park blends leafy, quiet residential streets with convenient proximity to downtown dining and entertainment. It features a mix of…80Go
- River Oaks· Fort LauderdaleRiver Oaks is a scenic, predominantly residential neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale known for its lush oak trees, quiet canals, and mid-century…80Go
Go, stay aware — 12 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Tarpon River· Fort LauderdaleTarpon River is a leafy, residential neighborhood characterized by historic Florida bungalows, modern townhomes, and waterfront parks. It offers a…79Go, stay aware
- Downtown Fort Lauderdale· Fort LauderdaleDowntown Fort Lauderdale serves as Broward County's corporate, cultural, and waterfront entertainment hub, centered along the Riverwalk and eastern…76Go, stay aware
- Flagler Village· Fort LauderdaleFlagler Village is Fort Lauderdale's trendy arts and warehouse district, known for colorful murals, craft breweries, boutique fitness studios, and…76Go, stay aware
- Poinciana Park· Fort LauderdalePoinciana Park is a low-key, mid-century residential neighborhood in southern Fort Lauderdale, situated just north of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood…75Go, stay aware
- Sailboat Bend· Fort LauderdaleAs Fort Lauderdale's oldest designated historic neighborhood, Sailboat Bend is defined by 1920s craftsman bungalows, dense tropical tree canopies…74Go, stay aware
- Palm Aire Village· Fort LauderdalePalm Aire Village is a modest, mid-century to late-20th-century residential neighborhood tucked away in the northwestern corner of Fort Lauderdale…74Go, stay aware
- Lake Ridge· Fort LauderdaleLake Ridge is a diverse residential enclave in East Fort Lauderdale blending classic mid-century Florida homes with modern luxury townhouses and lush…73Go, stay aware
- Middle River Terrace· Fort LauderdaleNestled just north of Downtown Fort Lauderdale and south of Wilton Manors, Middle River Terrace features mid-century bungalows, lush subtropical…71Go, stay aware
- Riverland· Fort LauderdaleRiverland is an established, verdant neighborhood in southwest Fort Lauderdale tucked alongside the South Fork of the New River. Mostly comprised of…71Go, stay aware
- Edgewood· Fort LauderdaleEdgewood is a low-key, working-class enclave in southern Fort Lauderdale situated directly north of State Road 84 (Marina Mile) and near Fort…70Go, stay aware
- River Run· Fort LauderdaleRiver Run is a secluded residential neighborhood tucked along the North Fork of the New River in western Fort Lauderdale. It consists primarily of…70Go, stay aware
- Riverside Park· Fort LauderdaleRiverside Park is a historic, tree-canopied neighborhood situated along the North and South Forks of the New River just southwest of downtown Fort…68Go, stay aware
Caution — 11 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- South Middle River North· Fort LauderdaleLocated immediately south of Wilton Manors and north of downtown Fort Lauderdale, South Middle River North is a primarily residential area…61Caution
- Melrose Park· Fort LauderdaleMelrose Park is an established mid-century residential community located just west of Fort Lauderdale, characterized by single-family ranch homes and…58Caution
- Melrose Manors· Fort LauderdaleMelrose Manors is an established mid-century residential neighborhood located just west of I-95 in Fort Lauderdale. It features single-family ranch…58Caution
- South Middle River· Fort LauderdaleSouth Middle River is a diverse, primarily residential neighborhood situated just south of Wilton Manors and north of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. The…54Caution
- South Lauderdale Manors· Fort LauderdaleSouth Lauderdale Manors is a predominantly residential enclave located in northwest Fort Lauderdale, characterized by mid-century single-family…52Caution
- Durrs· Fort LauderdaleDurrs is a historic African-American residential neighborhood located just northwest of Downtown Fort Lauderdale, bordering the Sistrunk cultural…50Caution
- West Dorsey-Riverbend· Fort LauderdaleWest Dorsey-Riverbend is a predominantly residential, historically African American neighborhood located in northwest Fort Lauderdale. It features…50Caution
- Dorsey-Riverbend· Fort LauderdaleDorsey-Riverbend is a historic urban community situated just northwest of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Characterized by modest single-family homes…48Caution
- Sunset· Fort LauderdaleSunset is a historically African American residential neighborhood situated northwest of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Characterized by modest…48Caution
- East Durrs· Fort LauderdaleEast Durrs is a historic residential and light-commercial neighborhood situated just north of the Sistrunk Boulevard corridor in central Fort…46Caution
- Lauderdale Manors· Fort LauderdaleLauderdale Manors is a predominantly residential neighborhood in northwest Fort Lauderdale composed mainly of mid-century single-family homes and…45Caution
Fort Lauderdale safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale?
Las Olas Isles scores highest at 94/100, followed by Harbor Beach (94) and Coral Ridge Country Club Estate (92).
Is Fort Lauderdale safe to walk at night?
In the 25 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 11 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Fort Lauderdale areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Lauderdale Manors (45), East Durrs (46), Sunset (48). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.