Cities / Louisiana / Lafayette
Is Lafayette, LA safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 26 Lafayette neighborhoods we score (average 76/100), 23 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 3 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?Safest neighborhoods in Lafayette
- 1River Ranch· LafayetteRiver Ranch is an affluent traditional neighborhood development designed around pedestrian-friendly village squares, upscale boutiques, and…92Go
- 2Rivergate· LafayetteRivergate is an established, affluent residential community set near the Vermilion River corridor in South Lafayette. The neighborhood features…85Go
- 3Audubon Trace· LafayetteAudubon Trace is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in Lafayette characterized by mature landscaping and single-family homes. It…84Go
- 4Beaulieu Place· LafayetteBeaulieu Place is an established, tree-lined residential community in Lafayette characterized by well-kept homes, mature oak canopies, and a peaceful…84Go
- 5Arbolada· LafayetteArbolada is an established residential enclave characterized by mature oak trees, spacious mid-century ranch homes, and manicured lawns. Located just…83Go
All Lafayette neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 12 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- River Ranch· LafayetteRiver Ranch is an affluent traditional neighborhood development designed around pedestrian-friendly village squares, upscale boutiques, and…92Go
- Rivergate· LafayetteRivergate is an established, affluent residential community set near the Vermilion River corridor in South Lafayette. The neighborhood features…85Go
- Audubon Trace· LafayetteAudubon Trace is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in Lafayette characterized by mature landscaping and single-family homes. It…84Go
- Beaulieu Place· LafayetteBeaulieu Place is an established, tree-lined residential community in Lafayette characterized by well-kept homes, mature oak canopies, and a peaceful…84Go
- Arbolada· LafayetteArbolada is an established residential enclave characterized by mature oak trees, spacious mid-century ranch homes, and manicured lawns. Located just…83Go
- Rivers Bend Estates· LafayetteRivers Bend Estates is an established residential neighborhood set along the Vermilion River corridor in Lafayette. It features quiet cul-de-sacs…82Go
- Walker's Lake· LafayetteWalker's Lake is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood located in South Lafayette near the Johnston Street and Camellia Boulevard…82Go
- Larabee· LafayetteLarabee is a low-density, car-dependent residential community in southeastern Lafayette characterized by single-family homes, cul-de-sacs, and mature…82Go
- Broadmoor (Lafayette)· LafayetteBroadmoor is a quintessential mid-century suburban neighborhood in south-central Lafayette, characterized by sprawling ranch-style homes, manicured…82Go
- Harbor Lights· LafayetteHarbor Lights is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood located in the bustling south side of Lafayette near major corridors like…81Go
- Austin Cove· LafayetteAustin Cove is a tranquil single-family residential community situated in southern Lafayette Parish off the Verot School Road corridor. The…81Go
- Acadiana Place· LafayetteAcadiana Place is an established single-family subdivision located in south-central Lafayette, Louisiana. It offers quiet, tree-lined residential…81Go
Go, stay aware — 11 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Lakewood Acres· LafayetteLakewood Acres is an established residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to major…78Go, stay aware
- Saint Streets· LafayetteSituated immediately west of Downtown Lafayette and north of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the Saint Streets neighborhood is…78Go, stay aware
- Herbert· LafayetteHerbert is an unassuming suburban neighborhood in Lafayette characterized by single-family homes, modest subdivisions, and local strip retail along…75Go, stay aware
- Acadian Acres· LafayetteAcadian Acres is an established residential pocket featuring mid-20th-century single-family ranch homes, shaded streets, and close proximity to key…75Go, stay aware
- Walroy· LafayetteWalroy is a mature suburban pocket characterized by mid-century to late-20th-century single-family homes, mature oak trees, and quiet residential…74Go, stay aware
- UL Lafayette· LafayetteThe UL Lafayette neighborhood surrounds the university campus, defined by historic live oaks, student housing, and vibrant local eateries along…73Go, stay aware
- Oil Center· LafayetteEstablished in the 1950s as a hub for petroleum industry offices, the Oil Center is an upscale commercial and professional district adjacent to the…73Go, stay aware
- Vital Heights· LafayetteVital Heights is a settled, mid-century residential neighborhood positioned near Johnston Street between the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and…71Go, stay aware
- College Road· LafayetteThe College Road corridor is a bustling, university-adjacent district blending student apartment communities, mid-century homes, and commercial…70Go, stay aware
- Whispering Palms· LafayetteWhispering Palms is an established residential neighborhood located in Lafayette, Louisiana, comprised of modest single-family homes and apartment…67Go, stay aware
- Downtown Lafayette· LafayetteDowntown Lafayette is the civic, cultural, and entertainment heart of Acadiana, lined with historic architecture, music venues, and Cajun-inspired…66Go, stay aware
Caution — 3 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- Freetown–Port Rico· LafayetteFreetown–Port Rico is one of Lafayette's oldest and most historic multicultural neighborhoods, characterized by colorful shotgun homes, mature live…60Caution
- La Place· LafayetteLa Place is one of Lafayette's historic residential neighborhoods situated immediately northeast of Downtown. It is characterized by classic Creole…56Caution
- Mouton· LafayetteMouton is an established residential and mixed-use neighborhood in North Lafayette, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, local churches…56Caution
Lafayette safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lafayette?
River Ranch scores highest at 92/100, followed by Rivergate (85) and Audubon Trace (84).
Is Lafayette safe to walk at night?
In the 12 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 3 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Lafayette areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Mouton (56), La Place (56), Freetown–Port Rico (60). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Lafayette 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.