Is Andrea safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Andrea as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Andrea
“Go with care. Andrea is a quiet, predominantly residential pocket in North Tampa that poses minimal risk during daylight hours for general visitors. However, because it borders higher-traffic commercial corridors with elevated property crime and opportunistic theft, standard situational awareness is advised, especially after dark.”
About the area
Andrea is a modest, established residential neighborhood located in the northern portion of Tampa, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to major north-south transit corridors. It serves primarily as a quiet residential enclave rather than a traditional tourist destination.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Andrea
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Dedicated bike lanes are scarce within the neighborhood's interior streets, and there are no direct connections to major paved greenways or city bike-share stations.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily quiet residential side streets with low violent crime rates compared to broader North Tampa
- High rates of vehicle access and quick connectivity to I-275 and major thoroughfares
- Stable base of long-term homeowners and families
Cons
- Incidents of property crime and vehicle break-ins spill over from nearby commercial strips
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure with missing sidewalks along select internal roads
- Very few commercial amenities or attractions within direct walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks of Andrea, though individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling are seen along surrounding major corridors such as North Florida Avenue and Waters Avenue.
What Andrea is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm with light commuter traffic and residents walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, though through-traffic can pick up near perimeter avenues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Generally tranquil on interior residential blocks, though poorly lit sections warrant vigilance.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Low activity and generally quiet, but walking alone near bordering commercial thoroughfares is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) operates local bus routes (such as Route 1 along Florida Ave and Route 16 along Waters Ave), though there is no rail or BRT service directly serving the immediate neighborhood.
Free residential street parking and private driveways are standard throughout the neighborhood, with ample free surface lots at neighboring commercial centers.
Things to do in Andrea
- Take a quiet walk or jog along the shaded residential streets under mature live oaks
- Explore authentic neighborhood dining options along adjacent North Florida Avenue
- Access nearby North Tampa recreation spots and community parks within a short drive
Local favorites
- Mortar & Pestle · Cafe & Pharmacy · 4.6★ (320)A unique hybrid cafe offering specialty coffee, craft beer, and community events.
- TacoSon Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1450)Beloved local counter-serve spot known for hearty Sonoran-style tacos and burritos.
- Twistee Treat North Tampa · Ice Cream Shop · 4.4★ (580)Classic cone-shaped roadside stand serving soft-serve ice cream and sundaes.
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.