Is Andrews Estates safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Andrews Estates as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Andrews Estates
“Go. Andrews Estates is a quiet, low-density residential pocket in northwest Tampa that is largely safe for visitors. While nearby major commercial arteries experience routine property crime and vehicle break-ins, the interior residential streets are calm and stable.”
About the area
Andrews Estates is an established, mid-century suburban neighborhood characterized by single-family ranch homes, mature shade trees, and quiet residential streets. It sits just east of Egypt Lake-Leto and north of central Tampa, offering quick driving access to Dale Mabry commercial hubs, Raymond James Stadium, and downtown. It primarily serves as a calm bedroom community rather than a bustling tourist destination.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Mid-Century
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Andrews Estates
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share stations directly within the subdivision, but low-speed residential streets allow for neighborhood cycling; connectivity to major trails requires navigating busy commercial roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower rates of violent crime compared to urban core neighborhoods of Tampa
- High rate of single-family homeownership fostering a stable neighborhood feel
- Convenient driving access to North Dale Mabry dining and entertainment corridors
- Quiet streets with minimal pass-through vehicle traffic
Cons
- Occasional vehicle burglaries and property thefts spill in from nearby transit corridors
- Lack of pedestrian infrastructure such as contiguous sidewalks and dedicated crosswalks
- Car-dependent setting with very few neighborhood amenities within walking distance
- Street lighting on interior residential roads can be sparse after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the interior residential streets of Andrews Estates, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near bus stops along major perimeter arterials like Hillsborough Avenue or Dale Mabry.
What Andrews Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with local residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban delivery and residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Settled and low-key; streets remain safe, though reflective gear is advised due to limited sidewalk coverage.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally quiet and peaceful, though standard precautions against opportunistic car break-ins should be observed.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) operates bus routes along surrounding thoroughfares such as Sligh Avenue and Dale Mabry Highway (Routes 34 and 36), but there is no direct rail or BRT connection nearby.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all properties featuring private driveways and unrestricted, free street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Andrews Estates
- Take a morning walk or jog along the quiet tree-canopied residential loops
- Visit nearby Al Lopez Park to enjoy freshwater ponds, walking trails, and open green space
- Explore authentic Cuban and Latin American bakeries and eateries along nearby West Hillsborough Avenue
Local favorites
- La Teresita Restaurant · Cuban Restaurant · 4.5★ (6800)Legendary long-running spot serving classic Cuban sandwiches, roast pork, and cafe con leche.
- Konan's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (520)Beloved neighborhood barbecue joint known for smoky ribs, pulled pork, and hearty Southern sides.
- Arco-Iris Cafe · Cuban & Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Popular local diner famous for generous portions of traditional Cuban staples and Chinese-Cuban specialties.
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.